Chapter Housing
Sorority members have the opportunity to live in beautiful, historic homes within walking distance of campus. Each sorority establishes it own regulations regarding members living in or out of the chapter house. Typically, the second-year members live in the house along with the Executive Boards. Potential members should ask each sorority concerning individual requirements for living in or out of the chapter house.

Each sorority employs a full-time, live-in House Director, also referred to as a "House Mother." The House Director oversees the daily operations of the chapter house. The sorority houses provide a comfortable and secure environment for the members.

Each sorority establishes house rules including visitation and quiet hours. The possession and consumption of alcohol on sorority property is prohibited. Study halls, dining facilities and workout facilities are a few of the features you will find in each some of the sorority houses. Sorority houses are truly a "home away from home."


Sorority Finances (2006-2007)
It is important for students and parents to be as informed as possible regarding the costs associated with obtaining a college education. Understanding the financial obligations associated with sorority membership is just as important.

Each woman joining a sorority should be aware of the dues, fees and other expenses that are involved and consider these when making financial plans to attend college. During formal recruitment, a potential member should ask sorority members about financial obligations and payment options. Each sorority sets its own fees and housing costs as well as the payment schedules.

The approximate amount a new member will pay for her first semester is $1,237. This first semester has a higher level of costs due to one-time expenses and fees. However, the cost of membership in the years to follow is not as high as one might expect.

The sororities recognize the importance of remaining competitive with the costs of other student housing options both on and off campus. The average cost of sorority membership when a member lives in the sorority chapter house for the year is $ 4905.00.
This cost is includes all membership fees, not just room and board. For comparison, the cost of living in a University Housing high-rise in a double room with all Meals plan for the 2007-2008 academic year is $6,730.

Below is a chart showing the average cost and range of financial obligations.

2007-2008 Financial Information (subject to change)
Click HERE to download the 2007 Sorority Financial Sheet

Cost New Member Semester
Average: $1,237
Range: $995-$1,722

Cost In-House Member Year
Average: $4,905
Range: $3,658- $6,372

Financial inquiries will be discussed during each of the summer Orientation Sessions. For specific financial information before or during formal recruitment, direct your questions to the Greek Life Office (706) 542-4612. Addtionally, each sorority will also be able to answer questions during the formal recruitment events.

Greek T.I.E.S. (Together Involving Everyone Socially)
GreekTIES is a new Panhellenic group that promotes Greek unity throughout sorority life at UGA. Girls from every sorority come together to participate in a host of events like movies, bowling, and more. The events are held around 9:30 on the second Wednesday of every month. Events are free-everyone's invited! Check out our website: http://jentooh.googlepages.com/home !

Philanthropy and Greeks
Philanthropy and Service is a HUGE part of sorority life. Each of our chapters has not only a local philanthropy, but also a National one. You will learn about each of these the third day of Recruitment, Philanthropy Day. Greeks also participate in organizations across campus that focus on philanthropy, service, and the community. Just a few are:

UGA H.E.R.O.  
The University of Georgia 's Hearts Everywhere Reaching Out (H.E.R.O.) for Children, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life and of children affected by and infected with HIV/AIDS.  Founded by Garrett Gravesen and Ryan Gembala, this philanthropy has developed enriching programs, unforgettable experiences, and connections to the community.  H.E.R.O.'s vision is to give these kids a brighter future and better quality of life by helping them overcome the challenges of the disease in their lives through the support of community volunteers. Some of the programs that H.E.R.O. puts on include Film on the Fifty, Hero for a Day, SuperHERO Mentoring Program, and many others. Celebrities such as Mark Richt and Dominique Wilkins have worked closely with this organization in gaining support.
 

Habitat for Humanity
UGA Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit student organization dedicated to the ideal that all people deserve a simple, decent place to live on terms that they can afford to pay. The first UGA house was built in the 1996-1997 school year with the help of over 700 students and 35 different campus organizations. UGA students have built houses everywhere from Dorsey Village (located in here in Athens ) to New Orleans , LA. UGA Habitat is now in its 13th year of active service and is currently working on its 9th house. There are over 2,100 active Habitat affiliates around the globe in 100 countries. They have built more than 200,000 homes worldwide, housing over a million people.  

Relay for Life
Relay for Life is an organization on campus which rallies to celebrate cancer survivors, to remember those who have passed away, and to raise money to fight to eliminate cancer. Their fundraising events include date actions and benefit concerts; however, their main event is a 24-hour walk around the UGA Track. Each year, students, faculty, and families participate in this inspirational event with proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society. Teams set up tents to camp out and can enjoy live entertainment and games throughout the evening. This year, the Relay will be held April 27-28th. All those who are interested are welcome to register online at http://www.uga.edu/relay/index.html .

Dance Marathon
Dance Marathon is one of the largest and most widely-known philanthropies on campus.  February 10 th and 11 th , 2007, saw the 13 th annual Dance Marathon that was described as “A Day to Go Wild for the Life of a Child,” and over 1,000 students on campus did just that.  This year, a total of $302,701.43 was raised and donated to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta--the beneficiary of the philanthropic event--which was $53,000 more than last year's total. The Dance Marathon Committee began raising money from both corporate donations and fundraisers in the fall, and held a Corey Smith concert last month that raised around $11,000 dollars alone, but the event raised most of its money from participants.  The event lasted a total of 24 hours, where concerts, inflatable games, and a “morale dance” kept the participants' spirits high throughout the night and throughout the wee hours of the morning. Dance Marathon has been a successful and inspirational philanthropic event on campus for 13 years now, and can most likely be expected to surpass its accomplishments in years to come at UGA!
Come see all of the great work the Greeks do at UGA!