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Comparable Schools'
Greek Life Grades:
Quick Stats% of Undergrad Men in Fraternities
2 %
% of Undergrad Women in Sororities
2 %
Number of Fraternities
31
College Prowler Take
Greek life is a dominant facet of life at UW. Many students choose to go Greek, and the representation of Greek students on campus is often disproportionately large. This year, that may be even more so because there will be an all-Greek Associated Students of the University of Washington (ASUW). There are pros and cons to being in the Greek system, however, and many students feel that being Greek is such a defining element of students that students seem to separate themselves along Greek and non-Greek lines. Greek life offers a great support system, and perhaps it is a better lifestyle for those who need more structure. Especially at a huge school like UW, many students think living in a house with a bunch of people is a great way to make friends and avoid being overwhelmed or intimidated by the size of the school. Being a part of the Greek system guarantees—and even requires—a planned social calendar with weekly meetings, parties, dances and exchanges. While some love the excitement and constant busyness of the lifestyle, others find it constricting and burdensome. Some people join the Greek system for the parties or the hot guys or girls—for them, those things alone are enough incentive. Within the Greek system, some love it and others detest it, but it seems to be popular with the majority of Greeks. Outside the Greek system, there’s a fair amount of hostility toward the Greek system. Some non-Greeks feel Greeks are too exclusive and alienated. If you are having trouble deciding whether to go Greek, it’s probably a good idea to rush the fraternities or sororities so that you can make an informed decision whether or not to make a bid. That’s the great thing—you can check out the Greek scene before actually making a commitment. Students Speak Out
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jacew says: University of Washington 2015 Architecture and Planning  |
Greek is huge at the UW. Rather...
Greek is huge at the UW. Rather than getting lost in the massive student body of 30,000, it gives you a chance to have more of an intimate connection to the school. Parties are great, but you pretty much have to be Greek to be included. It's the best way to meet a ton of people at the U.
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Anonymous says: |
I am actually in a sorority. I...
I am actually in a sorority. I enjoy it, but I also have a lot of friends outside of the Greek system. Being Greek gives a lot of advantages, whether social, academic, or professional. It’s definitely helped me to meet hundreds of great people. It is looked down on by many because of stereotypes, so I have to brave nonsense sometimes, but it’s fun. The only down-side to it is that if you join a sorority, the houses are so big that they want you to live in the house for all four years. Now I’m moving out next year (which will be my junior year), so it’s not really a problem to move out, but a lot of people live there for four years, which seems really odd to me—at least, compared to what I’m used to. |
Anonymous says: |
I know that all Greeks won the ASU...
I know that all Greeks won the ASU elections, and I know that they do a lot of very social activities compared to the rest of the University. The Greek scene is big here at UW. Everyone is very accepting of each other, though. It’s not like if you meet someone, and they’re in a sorority and you’re not, that they’re going to ignore you or anything. |
Anonymous says: |
Greek life is predictable, and...
Greek life is predictable, and sometimes, I do not wish to be involved in a school with so much monotony. Greek life never changes; there are parties, fundraisers, school politics, and that’s about it. Unfortunately, there is too much power and emphasis on the Greek system. There’s a lot to life besides being Greek, folks. |
Anonymous says: |
The Greek system is extensive and...
The Greek system is extensive and dominating of much of the social aspect, but it is not popular with those not involved in it. |
FactsFraternities
- Alpha Delta Phi
- Alpha Epsilon Pi
- Alpha Sigma Phi
- Alpha Tau Omega
- Beta Theta Pi
- Chi Psi
- Delta Chi
- Delta Tau Delta
- Delta Upsilon
- Kappa Alpha Order
- Kappa Sigma
- Lambda Chi Alpha
- Phi Delta Theta
- Phi Gamma Delta
- Phi Kappa Psi
- Phi Kappa Sigma
- Phi Kappa Tau
- Phi Kappa Theta
- Pi Kappa Alpha
- Pi Kappa Phi
- Psi Upsilon
- Sigma Alpha Epsilon
- Sigma Chi
- Sigma Nu
- Sigma Phi Epsilon
- Tau Kappa Epsilon
- Theta Chi
- Theta Delta Chi
- Theta Xi
- Zeta Beta Tau
- Zeta Psi
Sororities
- Alpha Chi Omega
- Alpha Delta Pi
- Alpha Gamma Delta
- Alpha Phi
- Alpha Xi Delta
- Chi Omega
- Delta Delta Delta
- Delta Gamma
- Delta Zeta
- Gamma Phi Beta
- Kappa Alpha Theta
- Kappa Delta
- Kappa Kappa Gamma
- Pi Beta Phi
- Sigma Kappa
- Zeta Tau Alpha
Other Greek Organizations
- Greek Council
- Greek Peer Advisors
- Interfraternity Council
- Order of Omega
- Panhellenic Council
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