Financial Resources
Financial Obligations
Fraternity and sorority members pay membership dues that are used for various philanthropic projects, inter/national fees, alumni events, social events, and more. This page broadly outlines the financial obligation of membership. All numbers presented here are estimates and are subject to change.
Some of our Greek-letter organizations have chapter facilities for members to live in as well. These costs are factored into the upperclassman financial obligation. These dues and fees help pay for the upkeep of these facilities, a full-time, live-in house director, parking, meals, laundry, and more.
Traditionally, the new member period, or first year of membership, is often the most expensive time of membership due to one-time fees and national fees. We encourage you to ask about financial information during the recruitment or intake process to fully understand the obligation.
A few items to note:
- Membership dues and fees for fraternity and sorority life are paid through third-party billing systems and are managed by the local chapters and organizations. Greek Life can assist you in getting in contact with a chapter, but we cannot amend invoices or membership fees on your behalf with an organization.
- These numbers are an estimate to help you prepare for the financial commitment of Greek membership. We encourage you to understand the financial obligation of any organization before you join.
- The member cost ranges below do not include "extras" like t-shirts, pictures, gifts, or jewelry. There will be additional costs associated with membership that are likely "opt-in" costs.
Member Cost Ranges
Governing Council |
New Member Dues/Fees |
Initiated Member Dues/Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Interfraternity Council | $460 - $3,020 | $500 - $2,598 |
| National Pan-Hellenic Council | $1,100 - $2,700 | $90 - $460 |
| Panhellenic Council | $624 - $1,686 | $509 - $1,030 |
*Panhellenic and NPHC financial information based on 2025 chapter reports. IFC financial information is based on 2024 chapter reports. Information is subject to change.
View Detailed Chapter Dues by Council
Greek Fee
All Greek students at Auburn are billed a $20 Greek Fee on their AU e-Bill semesterly. This fee supports the Greek Life Office in providing exceptional programming throughout the year for our Greek students.
Panhellenic Facility Fee
All Panhellenic students are billed a $105 Panhellenic facility fee on their AU e-Bill semesterly. This fee covers the rent, utilities, and landscaping for the sorority village chapter room and outdoor event spaces.
Recruitment Fees
Each council charges fees to participate in recruitment/intake.
- Interfraternity Council: $70 Bidding Fee*
- National Pan-Hellenic Council: $10 Meet the Greeks Registration
- Panhellenic Council: $135 Primary Recruitment Fee
*The interfraternity council does not charge a fee to participate in recruitment events but rather charges a bidding fee once an invitation for membership is accepted.
Fraternity Meal Plan Reduction Program
Auburn offers a Fraternity Meal Plan Reduction program that refunds unused dining dollars to eligible students living in on-campus residence halls and in fraternities with required meal plans. Greek Life submits the list of eligible members, so no sign-up is needed. Credits are automatically applied to students' accounts at the end of each semester. Learn more about the Fraternity meal plan reduction program.
Financial FAQs
All fraternity and sorority fees and membership dues are billed externally from the university through third-party billing systems managed and operated by the individual Greek chapters, with the exception of the Greek Fee.
Billing schedules should be shared at the start of the membership experience. Most chapters bill members for any required fees monthly.
For any specific financial questions or questions regarding billing, invoicing, membership fees, or obligations, students should contact their chapter leadership directly. The Greek Life Office will not have information or details about these processes.
Some chapters do have payment plans available for members who might need one. We suggest getting in touch with the chapter leadership to discuss payment plan options and alternative payment options if needed.
Payment plans are not guaranteed and are determined at the discretion of the individual chapter.
Some organizations do have fee waivers and scholarships available. These options might be available at the local or national level. It is important to know that fraternities and sororities are membership-based organizations, meaning most of their benefits (including fee waivers or scholarships) are reserved for initiated members only.
It is important to know that scholarships and fee waivers are not guaranteed. We suggest taking time to understand the financial commitment and obligation of any organization you are looking to join.
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