The choice of fraternity is completely yours. It is a decision you have made for a lifetime. Remember, you are not joining a name or house, you are joining a group of men. The amount of dues at any particular chapter is determined by the chapter. All other moneys collected by individual chapters are used to cover the costs of operating that chapter house and its expenses, costs involved in rush, and other costs deemed necessary by the chapter.
Costs vary because of location, economy, size of chapter, and several other factors.
The IFC is responsible for setting the rules for recruitment, has control over activities in which fraternities participate, and incorporates a judicial system for the fraternities. The officers on IFC are elected by the president and a representative from each fraternity on campus. In addition to the Council officers, Oregon State has a full time staff including an Operations Manager, Interim Coordinator, and Public Relations manager working to ensure the success of the Greek way of life. An invitation to become a pledge of CHI PHI is called a bid. Bids are extended to rushees who seem to have what it takes to become a member.