IFC Recruitment Information

Whether you're a prospective member eager to join our vibrant community or a current student seeking more information, you've come to the right place. Here, you'll find everything you need to know about Interfraternity Council recruitment and answers to frequently asked questions.

Recruitment Process

Joining a fraternity is an exciting journey that offers countless opportunities for personal growth, friendship, and leadership development. The recruitment process at Ohio State's IFC is designed to be transparent and rewarding for all interested students. Recruitment events usually take place during the first to second week of the spring and autumn semesters. Dates below for IFC-hosted events are shown but check with each chapter to see when they will be hosting individual chapter events. Most chapters share information on their Instagram page or through tabling fairs hosted by the IFC. 

New Member Registration: To participate in fraternity recruitment, ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements listed below. If you do, you must register by completing the SFL new member interest form before or during recruitment. Filling out the new member interest form does not lock you into your decision to join a fraternity. 

New Member Orientation Week: Attend information sessions to learn more about Greek life at Ohio State, the recruitment process, and what to expect as a potential new member. Tabling fairs will also happen this week, allowing you to meet different chapters and collect information, such as contact information and when they will be hosting individual chapter events. 

Individual Chapter Events: These events are hosted by IFC chapters and take place after IFC orientation week finishes. Events are typically hosted at fraternity chapter houses but can also sometimes be at venues around the campus area. These events are a great way to learn more about fraternities and what they are like as well as express your intent to join their chapter specifically. To know when individual events occur, check out the IFC Instagram, @OhioStateIFC, where we will share events from members on our story.