Join a NPHC Organization!
Commonly known as the "Divine Nine", Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. are the first historically African American Greek Letter organizations at UC Merced!
Join a NALFO or Multicultural Sorority!
See what Kappa Delta Chi Sorority Inc. and Sigma Theta Psi Multicultural Sorority Inc. are all about! Whether you are looking for a family of sisters or expanding your campus network all while making lasting memories. Joining a Multicultural means you get the chance to not only learn more about yourself but learn more about the cultures and...
Join a Panhellenic Sorority!
Come grow as members of Delta Delta Delta, Delta Gamma, Kappa Kappa Gamma, or Phi Mu! Being a sister means having friendships that will last a lifetime, and experiences that will empower you as you enter into your future. A chance to find a part of you that you didn't even know was there!
Join a Professional Fraternity!
Develop alongside friends in Alpha Kappa Psi, Alpha Phi Omega, Delta Epsilon Mu, Delta Sigma Pi, Phi Delta Epsilon, Phi Alpha Delta, or Theta Tau! Interested in growing your professional capacity while still in School? Would you like to acquire the skills and knowledge you won't find in a standard classroom? Do you want to expand your...
Join a Social Fraternity!
Make life-long friends in Kappa Sigma, Omega Delta Phi, Pi Kappa Phi, or Sigma Chi! Being a part of a brotherhood creates a connection like no other! Establish a legacy as you leave your mark. Connect yourself with like-minded gentlemen who seek greatness. Grow as a leader within your campus community.
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Welcome to Fraternity & Sorority Life at UCM!

Want to learn more about Fraternity and Sorority Life at UC Merced?

UC Merced provides a wide range of academic, social and community service activities. Fraternity or sorority membership is a good first step toward enjoying all the benefits college life has to offer. A fraternity/sorority is also a way to make the campus feel more like a home.

With over 5% of undergraduate students affiliated, fraternities and sororities collectively constitute one of the largest student groups on campus. Membership is about traditions, learning valuable lessons and establishing life-long friendships.

Learn more about how to join.

Updates

Fall 2026 Recruitment Dates:

  • Panhellenic Sorority Continuous Open Bidding​ Recruitment:
    Starts August 26, 2026 | Deadline to register: No Deadline

  • Social Fraternity Informal Recruitment:
    August 31 - September 6, 2026 | Deadline to register: Saturday, September 5, 2026 @ 9am

  • NALFO & Multicultural Sorority Informal Recruitment:
    September 7 - 13, 2026 | Deadline to register: Saturday, September 12, 2026 @ 9am

  • Professional Fraternity Recruitment:
    September 14 - 20, 2026 | Deadline to register: Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 11:59pm

  • National Pan-Hellenic Council Membership In-take: 
    Contact the Phi Alpha chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. at phialpha@ucmerced.edu or the Pi Beta chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. at pibetanupes@gmail.com

For more information about recruitment, check out this page. 

To schedule a meeting please email us at fsl@ucmerced.edu. 

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