RECRUITMENT FAQ

These are frequently asked questions about recruitment. For additional questions, please contact our Recruitment Chairs.

Recruitment

Recruitment is a non-binding period where you to get to intimately meet sisters and see first-hand what makes our sisterhood so unique. Each event is specifically tailored to give you a sense of our mission and values, and there will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions about becoming a sister.

When does Recruitment start?

We encourage interested women to get to know us through our year-round educational programs, philanthropic activities, and social events. This is an opportunity to see our amazing sisters in their element, giving back to their communities. Formal recruitment periods start at the beginning of each semester (generally, January for spring semester and August for fall semester). The recruitment period varies by chapter but can last 2-3 weeks.

How much does it cost to participate in Recruitment?

Nothing! All recruitment events are FREE for those who are interested. Sisters will arrange and provide rides, supplies, and food

If I find the cost of joining too expensive, is there any assistance I can receive?

Dues and new member fees vary from chapter to chapter. Assistance in the form of scholarships and payment plans vary from chapter to chapter in their availability and should be discussed with chapters on an individual basis.

IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS

Attend at least 4 out of the 6 recruitment events
MUST attend MGC 101
Be 18+ years old at the time of the bid
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7
Participate in a formal interview at the end of the recruitment period

Do I have a chance to receive a bid if I am a junior, senior, international or a non-traditional aged student?

Of course! We do not discriminate on your class standing or age. We have had many sisters initiate into the sorority as a junior, senior, international and non-traditional aged student. They have the same opportunities as lower-classmen to receive a bid and to create a memorable sorority experience. Plus, this is an everlasting sisterhood. We give many opportunities after graduation to continue giving back to the sorority.

Does everyone receive a bid?

The purpose of recruitment is to determine if you and the sorority are a good match. The reality is not every interested woman matches with our sorority for one reason or another. A formal bid will be extended to women who have demonstrated shared values and standards of philanthropic passions, good character, financial responsibility, and leadership ability among others.

May I decide not to accept a bid that I receive?

You do not have to accept a bid; however, you must directly contact the recruitment chairs from which you receive the bid to decline it.

Do I have to be Asian to be a member of Delta Phi Lambda?

Absolutely not! As an Asian-interest sorority, we are looking for passionate, dedicated, and spirited young women who will advocate for the minority experience and can bring a unique perspective to the organization. As such, we do not discriminate membership on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. Undergraduate females from any and all backgrounds who share our values in promoting Asian awareness and female leadership are highly encouraged to participate in recruitment.

Does your sorority haze?

No chapter, member or alumna of Delta Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. condones hazing in any form. For more information about hazing and our policy, you can find it under About > Policies.

Have more questions?

Learn More