Community and Council Overview

Alabama has four Greek Governing Councils, each of which has different recruitment requirements. Each council also has a different focus, operational structure, history, recruitment or intake procedure, and key dates.

Glossary of Terms

Learn about common terms used within the community.

How to Join

Each year, fraternities and sororities set aside a time of mutual selection to meet students interested in joining a Greek-Letter organization. Learn more about how to join.

Financial Information

Cost of membership in a Greek organization varies, depending on the organization and housing options. However, the cost of living in a fraternity or sorority house is generally comparable to living on campus.

Housing

Majority of the Greek organizations at Alabama are housed in on-campus, freestanding houses located on University property.

Greek Ambassador Tours

The Greek Ambassadors are a group of students selected to serve as official ambassadors for the Greek Community at The University of Alabama. Representing all 4 councils at UA, Greek Ambassadors provide prospective students with insight into the Greek Community.

Highlights of Leadership and Involvement

The Greek Ambassadors are a group of students selected to serve as official ambassadors for the Greek Community at The University of Alabama. Representing all 4 councils at UA, Greek Ambassadors provide prospective students with insight into the Greek Community.