Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
CSUMB Greek Life is a collective of social, service, and professional organizations. It’s an opportunity for you to find your otter family here at CSUMB.Many of our organizations are nationally-affiliated, providing members with networks across generations and the globe.
We currently do not have a chapter houses on campus. This makes CSUMB fraternities and sororities much cheaper and safer. If you would like to live your brother/sister you are more than welcome to do that, of your own choice, but it is not a requirement for membership.
Dues vary from each organization. Some dues are paid annually while some require a one-time lump payment. They range between $100 to even $1,000 as each individual organization has different dues. Some organizations have payment plans that can be set up. Be sure to email the organization you are interested in to get more information
- You will gain a deeper connection to the CSUMB community, filled with memories that will last beyond graduation.
- You have the opportunity to grow and develop your professional and personal skills through hands-on experiences. These experiences include, but are not limited to, attending conferences, planning campus events, managing budgets, running meetings, participating in University trainings, doing service, and learning from chapter members.
- You are deeply connected to the campus and Monterey County communities. CSUMB Greeks complete an average of 25 service hours each semester.
- As alumnus, CSUMB Greeks benefit from a vast network for personal and professional support that extend across the globe.
- You have a chosen family for life!
Every organization has a different philanthropy, founding history, and personality. It's up to you to decide which organization is best for you. We recommend you research each organization's history, values, alumni, and community programs to be sure you have found the right fit.
This depends on the organization. Some organizations do not let first-year students. You can ask member of the organization for their new member requirements.
Transfer students are most definitely able to join!
The time commitment varies from chapter to chapter but the first semester is most time intensive as new members participate in chapter education programs. The time spent in this program will give your student the opportunity to develop their leadership and time management skills, learn about the history of the organization, develop friendships, and allow them to become involved with other organizations. After initiation into a chapter, expectations will vary. Each chapter has weekly chapter meetings and other mandatory events (philanthropies, service, and chapter events) throughout the year, but they are planned well in advance.
For questions or concerns, please email greeklife@csumb.edu.