Interested

So, you want to join a Sorority? Do you even know why? Have you done SUBSTANTIAL RESEARCH on the organization you desire to pursue? These answers lie in you. If you don't know your reasons for pursuing, what reasons do members have to choose you? Don't make your decision based on superficial reasons, i.e. "they can step" or "they can dress!" Keep an open mind, and look into all possibilities. Membership in Black Greek Lettered Organizations, are lifelong commitments and the decision to pursue membership in any should not be taken lightly.

When deciding to pursue membership, you should ask yourself: "how can I be an asset?" Many are called but FEW are chosen, if you are unable to pinpoint your assets, the members of the organization will not be able to either.

Please be aware that acquiring membership in Delta is not a prerequisite for graduation. If you have decided to pursue membership in Delta, acquire and maintain high scholastic achievement! The Founders of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, were scholars, and our Sisterhood is based on Scholarship and Service. Besides, you owe it to yourself to achieve academic excellence.

DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH!!!! Information will ONLY be disseminated at the chapter’s discretion! Any general pertinent information about our organization can be found on our official website (www.deltasigmatheta.org). It is important to remember, that sustaining all minimum criteria of eligibility is only the MINIMUM.

Research an organization on a national and local level. Research the chapter's history! Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is not a social organization. We are a service organization!

Return to Top

Frequently Asked Questions

Thank you for your interest in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. We are an organization of over 250,000 college-educated women who are committed to public service, with a focus on sustaining the growth and development of the African American community.

Due to the high volume of inquiries of interest in Delta Sigma Theta, this list of FAQs is provided to address some of them. We hope that your question(s) will be answered, however, if you have further questions pertaining to membership please visit our National and/or regional website.

How do you become a member of Delta Sigma Theta?

All chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated host a meeting, commonly known as the RUSH, where you receive information about the sorority and how to become a member. The RUSH activity is hosted at the discretion of the local chapter. All persons interested in becoming a member of Delta Sigma Theta must attend the official RUSH activity.

Do students who are pursuing an associate degree at a technical college or a four-year college/university qualify for membership in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.?

For membership on the undergraduate level in the Sorority, one must be matriculated at a college or university, approved by the Scholarship and Standards Committee, pursuing work leading to an initial baccalaureate degree.

I am a student in college. Are there any major requirements for membership that I should be aware of prior to attending RUSH?

Undergraduate:
To become a member of a collegiate chapter you must currently be enrolled as a student at an accredited college or university where there is an active chapter on campus or in the city. To find out the status of a chapter contact the Greek Affairs or Student Activities Office of your school. To apply for membership you must already have a cumulative minimum grade point average requirement of 2.50 on a 4.0 grading scale or a 1.50 on a 3.0 grading scale.

If I meet all requirements specified at RUSH do I automatically receive an invitation for membership intake?

No. Our goal is to select women who not only meet the basic requirements, but also exceed them. Deltas continue the tradition of excellence in all aspects. Therefore, Delta Sigma Theta invites all women to apply who exhibit excellent personal and professional character with high moral code, who have a commitment to giving back in service to the community.

Is there an age limit to join?

Delta Sigma Theta does not have an age limit for application in either the collegiate or alumnae chapters.

If I am not African American, can I still join?

Yes. Delta Sigma Theta is an equal opportunity organization. We are interested in women, who understand the founding principles of the organization and are willing to uphold and support the ideology and values of Delta Sigma Theta.

What if I belong to another Greek-letter organization, am I still eligible for membership?

No, if you are a member of another organization holding membership in the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. or the Pan-Hellenic Conference, Inc.

How do I find out more information about the sorority?

This website is filled with a lot of helpful information pertaining to our programs, projects, initiatives and our history. The local chapter in your community can also share more information. There are also several published reading materials and resourceful websites that might help you as well.

For more information please consult the regional website.

Return to Top


Are you Worthy?

Will you be an active member?
The kind that would be missed
Or will you just be content
That your name is on the list?

Will you attend the meetings?
And mingle with the flock
Or will you just meet in private
And criticize and "knock?"

Will you take an active part?
To help the work along
Or will you be satisfied to be
The kind that just belongs?

Will you work on committees?
To these is no trick
Or leave the work to just a few
And talk about the clique?

Please come to meetings often
And help with hand and true heart
Don’t just be a member,
But one who takes an active part

Think it over potential members
You know what’s right from wrong
Will you be an active member?
Or do you just want to belong?

Author: -Unkown-

Please make use of all the available resources and take all the information into consideration.


Interested | Frequently Asked Questions | Worthy | Return to Top