Is there a GPA requirement to participate in Panhellenic Recruitment and join a sorority?
There is no minimum grade point average required for registration; however, it is strongly recommended that you have at least a 2.8 high school and/or college grade point average. However, it is important to note that meeting this minimum does not guarantee membership in a sorority. All submitted academic information will be verified against official transcripts on file with Florida State University, and academic information will be updated to match University records.
How do I know I am eligible to participate in Panhellenic Recruitment?
To be eligible to register and participate in Panhellenic Recruitment, you must first be fully admitted to and enrolled at Florida State University and registered for at least 12 credit hours of fall classes. Transient and dual-enrolled students (those enrolled at other institutions, but are taking part-time courses at FSU) are not eligible.
Can I be excused from recruitment events because of prior commitments?
Only official university events and illness/emergency are considered excused absences. University events include any university athletic team practice, marching band practice, cheerleading team practice, orientation or any of the living/learning communities' programming. After registering for recruitment, you will have the opportunity to let us know about your university-excused conflict. Non-university commitments such as travel are not considered excused absences.
What is a recommendation letter? Is it required?
A letter of recommendation is information about a Panhellenic potential new member (PNM) sent in by an alumna of a specific Panhellenic sorority to that sorority's headquarters and local Florida State chapter. These letters are in no way required and do not impact the recruitment process in any way. If a PNM elects to submit a letter of recommendation, it is suggested to look at the individual organization's national and local chapter websites for the information needed, as each organization has different policies and requirements. You can also visit our chapter profiles page on our website for more information!
How much does Panhellenic Recruitment cost?
Women registering for recruitment are required to pay a non-refundable registration fee prior to participating. The fee has been set at $190 and covers a variety of expenses such as a t-shirt, two meals, and a bag of items to prepare you for recruitment. Your registration fee must be paid no later than July 31, 2024, in order to participate in Panhellenic recruitment. If your fee has not been paid by July 31, 2024, your registration will not be finalized and you will not be permitted to participate in 2024 Panhellenic Recruitment
Will I be allowed to move into my residence hall early for recruitment? (Housing and Orientation questions)
Panhellenic Recruitment Registration priority deadline is Friday, June 23 at 11:59 pm to increase your likelihood to reserve an early FSU University Housing move-in slot on Friday, August 16 or Saturday, August 17. Additional information will be shared after registration is complete.
Will there be an in-person orientation before Recruitment starts?
Students registered for Recruitment must attend a mandatory Recruitment Orientation session. After your student registers for Recruitment, they will receive an email stating which orientation session she is assigned. Students must attend the orientation session they are assigned or they will be released from the Recruitment process.
What do I do if I have a meal plan with Seminole Dining and also receive a bid? Are there downgrade options available?
Students who join a Panhellenic organization with a meal plan included in the organization’s dues have an extended time to downgrade their meal plan. Students who qualify must present their bid card or verification letter issued by the FSU Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life within 5 days of receiving their acceptance into the Panhellenic organization to the Seminole Dining Office, located at 104 N. Woodward Ave. (inside the FSUCard Center) to be eligible for a meal plan downgrade.
What if I am new to college, but have credit hours? Am I considered a first year student (Freshman)?
On your application you will be asked for your current college classification. Your classification will be used to determine whether you are participating as a freshman or as an upperclassman. Classifications are based on the year you graduated from high school.
- If this is your first year in college please select,“First Year.”
- If this is not your first year in college, please select the year that best describes which year you will be entering. If you believe you have special circ*mstances, please complete your registration and then email membership@floridastateph.com.
What if I realize recruitment is not for me?
You are under no obligation to join a sorority just because you participate in Panhellenic recruitment. You are encouraged to participate in recruitment because it is an excellent opportunity for you to learn about sorority life, gain a better understanding of self, appreciate the meaning that is behind Greek letters, as well as make friends during the process.
How many PNMs actually get invited to join sororities at the end of Recruitment?
Although most women participating in Panhellenic recruitment are invited to join a chapter, there are no guarantees that you will receive a bid. Typically, about 30% of women participating in Panhellenic recruitment voluntarily withdraw themselves from the process during the week, choosing not to continue in recruitment even though they have chapters available to attend.Unfortunately, we do have women who are completely released from the recruitment process. Each organization has their own membership criteria that is governed by their national organization. The membership criteria is the basis of how the chapters make their selections. Each year we see less than 5% of women released from the recruitment process.
How much does sorority membership cost?
There are financial obligations of sorority membership. In order for the organization to function, holding philanthropies, planning community service events, rewarding women for positive grades, etc., the membership must provide the revenue.Each chapter has its own budgetary needs and with those needs comes a range of dues within the community. Based on the numbers for Fall 2023, as a new member you can expect to pay between $2,324.00-$3,724.00/per semester (Out of House).According to Fall 2023 numbers: If a woman chooses to live in the house, if/when the opportunity is afforded to her, she can expect her dues to be between $3,637.00-$7,170.00/per semester.All Panhellenic sorority dues at FSU include a weekly meal plan.
