Financial Information
This year, the financial commitment would differ as we have a virtual campus for the fall 2020 term. As many chapters are still finalizing their budgets for the fall, this page will be updated throughout the month of August to reflect the most accurate financial information. Below are some information for what a typical year would look like for finances.
As with any organization, membership in a sorority requires dues. Dues cover activities such as REC sports, social events, chapter operations, Panhellenic House rent, and educational programming. When you first join, there will be some one-time fees such as purchasing your badge.
The average cost for new members for the 2017/18 year is $1300, ranging from $1100 to $1500.
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The average cost for active members for the 2017/18 is $1020, ranging from $960 to $1160.
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While some of our members get financial support from their parents, many members work part-time and pay their dues by themselves! Don’t let costs be a deterrent of you joining a sorority.
Fees include costs such as:
Most sororities offer payment plans, which can be divided in monthly or bi-annual instalments. Each sorority has different dues and payment plans. If you have any other questions about the financial commitment, feel free to contact us or ask your RC during Formal Recruitment.
If you are worried about how you can pay for a sorority, try this Financial Planning Worksheet to balance your personal budget. In addition, the UBC Student Services have great resources for financial planning! Check out their website HERE!
Fees include costs such as:
- intramural sports,
- social events, and
- educational programming.
Most sororities offer payment plans, which can be divided in monthly or bi-annual instalments. Each sorority has different dues and payment plans. If you have any other questions about the financial commitment, feel free to contact us or ask your RC during Formal Recruitment.
If you are worried about how you can pay for a sorority, try this Financial Planning Worksheet to balance your personal budget. In addition, the UBC Student Services have great resources for financial planning! Check out their website HERE!