Welcome to USD's IFC Recruitment FAQ page! As an IFC community, we remember how joining a fraternity can feel exciting yet overwhelming. We want to make sure that you feel as prepared as possible. Below is a list of commonly asked questions and helpful information regarding the IFC recruitment processes.
Recruitment Programs
Each semester, the Interfraternity Council hosts multiple pre-recruitment programs to provide additional information and opportunities for connection, including the below events:
Recruitment Orientation
(early to mid September & February): a program designed to clarify the formal recruitment process timeline, eligibility requirements, and related logistics for potential new members.
Recruitment Kickoff
(mid to late September & February): a program designed to help interested students meet representatives from all eight IFC fraternities at USD, ask questions about fraternity membership, and learn more about upcoming recruitment processes.
Other programs may include chapter presence at the Alcala Bazaar, parent/family information sessions, and more, pending scheduling and availability.
Basic Recruitment Information
Formal Recruitment is the process of a potential new member (PNM) meeting various IFC chapters and learning what they might want to get out of and contribute to the community, should they receive an invitation and choose to join a fraternity. Recruitment begins with a PNM orientation and all-IFC kickoff. Then, IFC chapters host their own chapter-specific recruitment events over the span of approximately two weeks.
Formal Recruitment is based on shared values and mutual selection; chapters may invite potential new members to attend recruitment events, and potential new members may choose which chapter events to attend. We highly encourage potential new members to enter into recruitment with an open mind and a sense of possibility for all fraternity chapters.
There are currently nine fraternities at the University of San Diego. One fraternity is a member organization of the Multicultural Greek Council, and eight fraternities are member organizations of the Interfraternity Council. Students interested in joining a fraternity are encouraged to consider all of their options across both Councils, which have different joining processes, membership costs, and brotherhood experiences.
Following the @usdifc and @mgc_usd accounts on Instagram can also be helpful in learning more about the respective chapters, Councils, and fraternity communities.
Formal Recruitment Registration
To express your interest in Fall 2024 recruitment, complete the link here www.bit.ly/usdifc today!
There is currently a one-time, flat-rate fee of $5 to participate in Fall 2021 formal recruitment.
After you finish your registration, you should check your own eligibility status by calculating your units completed at USD, your cumulative GPA at USD, and your new student wellness modules status, as well as continue to prioritize your academic success. You may also visit the IFC website to hold key recruitment dates in your calendar, such as the orientation, kick-off, bid day, and new member sessions.
Additionally, look out for future communications from IFC and chapters to help you feel prepared, excited, and open about the formal recruitment process.
Recruitment Requirements
To participate in IFC formal recruitment:
- All students must have completed the recruitment registration form on time.
- All students must have completed 12 units at USD prior to the beginning of recruitment or 24 transfer units, and must have at least a 2.50 cumulative GPA at USD.
- All students must complete the New Student Wellness Modules:
- Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging for Students
- AlcoholEdu for College
- Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates
A student must be fully matriculated at the University of San Diego with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher to be eligible for recruitment. Students must also have completed 12 units at the University of San Diego prior to the beginning of recruitment or 24 transfer units to be eligible for recruitment.
Note that each chapter has their own GPA requirement that may be above this minimum.
We check grades and units based on an official report from the Registrar. As such, we are not able to make any GPA or unit eligibility exceptions.
More Recruitment Questions
For the most part, wear what you feel most confident and comfortable in during the recruitment process. Dressing in layers or lighter clothing may be more appropriate for outdoor recruitment events, while preference day events tend to be more formal (shirt and tie).
New Member and active member dues per chapter range. After the initial semester, active member dues tend to be less expensive and vary per chapter.
For individual chapter new member and active member costs, click on each chapter here on, our community.
Specific financial questions, such as average costs and payment plans available, can also be asked directly to the chapter during their recruitment events.