Joining a fraternity is an important decision to make. While joining an organization is a must at college to be well known, many are not on the sports team, and are not in a band. Many male college students choose to “rush” several fraternities. This way they can go to all the meetings and meet the current brothers in the fraternity and see if they fit in. It is very important for students to read between the lines at these rush meetings, see what group of guys you would like to hang out with on the weekends. Only join the fraternity that seems to be the best fit for your likes and personality.
College students should find out what the fraternity dues are, and what they include so they can budget money for the semester. Yes fraternities cost money, and no you are not buying friends. The money you spend in dues will be nothing compared to how it will change your life for the better (if you choose the right one). The good thing is, once you pay fraternity dues you are typically covered for all parties and events for most of the year.
Some fraternities own their own houses at big schools and have live in chefs. This is great on big campuses where you can go down stairs and get a meal instead of walking across campus to the dining hall.