What is a fraternity?
A fraternity is a group of men who believe and live by the same set of values, and foster a close friendship through those values. These values bind together not only the current chapter members, but members and alumni throughout the country. Fraternity men incorporate these values in all aspects of their lives, never letting go of those beliefs. Sigma Phi Epsilon's values are Virtue, Diligence, and Brotherly Love.

Don't Greek organizations take up a lot of time?
Fraternity membership requires anywhere from 2 to 8 hours a week. Whether it be a community service project, planning an event, or regular weekly meetings, Greek members have learned to manage their time wisely with other commitments such as schoolwork, a job, and significant others. This is why so many members have succeeded in their lives.

What about academics?
Sigma Phi Epsilon is a national leader in academics. Academic performance and scholastic achievement are signs of Sound Minds at work. Reinforcing the value of education and its importance, Sigma Phi Epsilon exists to advance the mission of the college or university where it has a chapter. SigEp has the highest GPA out of all the national fraternities and our chapter is consistently above the university and Greek average. SigEps have a strong commitment to academics, and odds are your son will make better grades as a member of SigEp.

Aren't fraternities expensive?
Annual membership dues vary with each organization on campus. Currently, financial responsibilities for all brothers are $800 per semester. Annual dues for SigEp are among the cheapest at Texas Tech. New members must also register with nationals and pay $275 for their lifetime membership fee (you only pay this once). These costs are used to pay for the upkeep of the house, community service, scholarships, intramurals, and many of the social events offered. As some say, "Greek life is the best deal at college." Texas Iota also offers a competitive scholarship for all incoming freshmen. To learn more about the Balanced Man Scholarship click here. Our chapter also gives a discount off semester dues for all members who receive at least a 3.25 GPA for the previous semester.

Can fraternities help me even after I graduate?
Yes! Fraternity members achieve success. College graduates who belong to a fraternity or sorority tend to be more successful financially than other college graduates. 80% of the CEO of Fortune 500 companies were in fraternal organizations, as were all but two of the Presidents and Vice-Presidents for the last 100 years. Many companies give the hiring edge to Greeks, because they realize a fraternity member is much better trained and equipped to be a success in the business world than is the smartest of graduates who did not have the benefit of a fraternity or sorority.

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