Fraternities and sororities are opportunities for students to meet like-minded peers and connect with one another in values-based organizations. Fraternities and sororities provide community within national and international networks as members join chapters at Duke.
Students interested in joining a fraternity or sorority are encouraged to explore all the chapters at Duke through council information, national organizations’ websites, and activities and events on DukeGroups. Questions? Contact us at leadership@duke.edu.
Recruitment and Intake
Duke chapters planning recruitment or intake activities in any given semester must adhere to the following guidelines.
- The Intent for Membership Intake Form must be submitted on Duke Groups at least two (2) weeks before the first formal interest meeting or rush event.
- All recruitment and intake events must be registered on Duke Groups.
Students interested in joining a fraternity or sorority must:
- Complete the Grade Release Permission Form
- For university staff to verify eligibility to join a chapter
- Participate in the Embark Values Clarification Program during the first two weeks of new member intake activities.
- This program is facilitated by Student Involvement and Leadership staff
- Complete the Verification of Members form after being initiated
Fraternity & Sorority Forms
Duke Greek Community Standards Program
The Duke Greek Community Standards (DGCS) are the criteria and process for reviewing chapters attainment of university expectations and chapter-focused outcomes. The purpose is to ensure chapters are relevant to their inter/national organization, governing council, and Duke University. All chapters take part in an annual review using these standards.
As a result of participating in DGCS, chapters will:
- Identify how their chapter values and actions align with the expectations of Duke University
- Develop and maintain an academic achievement plan that will enhance chapter academic success
- Develop and maintain a crisis and risk management plan that will enhance chapter safety measures for events and programs
- Instill a commitment to lifelong learning outside the classroom for its members that will increase their awareness in current event and other areas
- Foster siblinghood between all fraternities and sororities
- Educate and promote health lifestyles
- Recognize the importance of serving the community and gain an understanding of social issues facing their communities
- Encourage values-based leadership development and promote leadership opportunities for members
Areas of Achievement and Recognition:
- Student organization training and development
- Chapter operations
- Academic success
- Wellness
- Campus engagement
- Outreach and community engagement