Fraternity and Sorority Life

It’s about more than wearing letters—it’s about building lasting connections that positively impact your academic experience.

For almost 40% of Butler students, building lifelong friendships, developing leadership skills, and supporting philanthropic initiatives through membership in a fraternity or sorority helps make the most out of their college experience.

Create lasting memories

With the potential to explore new experiences and activities, students, represented in 26 social Greek-letter organizations, create a sense of belonging by hosting philanthropy events, participating in service projects, prioritizing academics, and staying connected with alumni mentors.

Butler Fraternity and Sorority Life Facts:  

  • 3.5 average member GPA, above the all-undergraduate GPA 
  • $425,000+ raised annually for local and national philanthropies  
  • 17,000+ service hours completed annually 
  • 25%+ higher four-year retention rate 
  • 38% of undergraduate students are affiliated  
  • 100+ student leaders participate in annual leadership retreat

Fraternities and Sororities at Butler

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Interfraternity Council (IFC) Fraternities

The primary purpose of IFC is to organize recruitment efforts, enforce community policies, foster academic success, and oversee philanthropy and social events.

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Panhellenic Sororities

The primary focus of the Panhellenic Association is to foster unity and encourage high standards among all sorority members and to work for the good of Butler University and its students.

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National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Fraternities and Sororities

In joining an NPHC organization, you become more than a member of one chapter, you join a self-supporting organization that will guide you throughout your years at Butler, and for life. Learn more about the Alpha Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and our Indianapolis NPHC city-wide chapters.

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Multicultural Greek Council (MCGC) Fraternities and Sororities

MCGC promotes multiculturalism by academic excellence, advocates for various philanthropic and service efforts, and encourages positive relationships with other Greek-letter organizations.