Councils & Chapters
Texas Tech's fraternity and sorority community is organized into four governing councils, each with its own member organizations, traditions and membership process.
Choosing a fraternity or sorority starts with understanding how the councils differ. Explore each community below, then visit the council page for current organizations and information about joining.
On This Page
- The Four Councils
- Compare the Councils
- Choosing a Council or Chapter
- Organization Recognition
- Need Help Deciding?
The Four Councils
Interfraternity Council
IFC
The Interfraternity Council governs many of Texas Tech's men's fraternities. IFC chapters offer opportunities centered on leadership, academics, service, campus involvement and fraternity brotherhood.
Students may explore membership through informal recruitment and a structured fall Formal Recruitment process.
College Panhellenic Council
CPH
The College Panhellenic Council governs Texas Tech's 12 sororities affiliated with the National Panhellenic Conference.
Most students join through fall Primary Recruitment. Some chapters may also offer Continuous Open Bidding when membership space is available.
National Pan-Hellenic Council
NPHC
The National Pan-Hellenic Council represents historically African American fraternities and sororities and is part of the national community commonly known as the Divine Nine.
Individual organizations conduct Membership Intake according to their own schedules and national requirements.
Multicultural Greek Council
MGC
The Multicultural Greek Council governs culturally based and multicultural fraternities and sororities. Its member organizations were founded from a variety of cultural traditions and are open to students of all backgrounds.
Organizations generally manage their own recruitment or membership intake processes, and prospective members complete MGC 101.
Compare the Councils
The councils share many of the same goals, but the way students explore and join organizations can be different.
IFC
Community: Men's fraternities
Typical membership process: Informal recruitment and fall Formal Recruitment
CPH
Community: National Panhellenic Conference sororities
Typical membership process: Fall Primary Recruitment and chapter-level Continuous Open Bidding when available
NPHC
Community: Historically African American fraternities and sororities
Typical membership process: Organization-specific Membership Intake
MGC
Community: Multicultural and culturally based fraternities and sororities
Typical membership process: Chapter-specific recruitment or intake, with MGC 101 required for prospective members
The timing of recruitment or intake can vary by council, semester and organization. Students should use the individual council pages for current guidance.
How to Join Fraternity & Sorority Life
Choosing a Council or Chapter
There is no single fraternity or sorority experience. Students should explore organizations carefully and consider more than a chapter name, reputation or existing friendships.
Start With the Council
Learn how each council approaches membership, then explore the organizations within the community that interests you.
Learn About Several Organizations
Attend council and chapter programs, meet current members and ask questions before deciding whether to pursue membership.
Consider the Full Membership Experience
Students should ask about:
- Organization values and expectations
- Academic requirements and support
- New member education or Membership Intake
- Time commitments
- Membership costs
- Housing expectations, if applicable
- Leadership opportunities
- Community service and philanthropy
- Chapter advisors and alumni involvement
- Member safety and accountability
Choose Based on Fit
Membership is a significant commitment. Look for an organization whose values, expectations and community align with what you want from your Texas Tech experience.
Organization Recognition
Fraternity and sorority chapter status can change. A national organization may exist without currently having a recognized chapter at Texas Tech, and an organization operating near campus is not necessarily recognized by the university.
Before participating in recruitment, Membership Intake or other membership activities, students should confirm that the organization is currently recognized by Texas Tech and its governing council.
Recognition matters because recognized organizations operate within university and council expectations and have access to official FSL support and resources.
If you are unsure about an organization's status, contact Fraternity & Sorority Life.
Need Help Deciding?
If you are interested in fraternity or sorority membership but are not sure which council fits your interests, Fraternity & Sorority Life can help you understand your options.
You do not need to know which organization you want to join before reaching out.
Fraternity & Sorority Life
Student Union Building, Room 024
Phone: 806.742.2403
Email: fsl@ttu.edu
Fraternity & Sorority Life
-
Address
Texas Tech University, Student Union Building 024, Lubbock, TX 79409 -
Phone
806.742.2403 -
Email
fsl@ttu.edu