Do any Ivy League colleges have Greek life?

Hello! I just started researching Ivy League schools and was wondering if any of them have fraternities or sororities on campus. Can someone provide insight into the role of Greek life at these schools if they have it? Thanks!

Hello! To answer your question, yes, some Ivy League colleges do have sororities and fraternities, although the extent of Greek life varies between schools. For example, at Dartmouth, around 80% of eligible students (non-freshmen) choose to join a Greek organization, making it a significant aspect of campus life. Greek life is also a significant part of the social scene at the University of Pennsylvania.

On the other hand, schools like Harvard and Brown have policies against officially recognizing fraternities or sororities, but 'unofficial' Greek organizations still exist on these campuses. So, even schools without recognized Greek life might have some form of it happening off-campus. There are also organizations, like Princeton's eating clubs, which are not Greek, but are similar in terms of social atmosphere and opportunities to build community.

The impact of Greek life on your undergraduate experience ultimately depends on both the school you attend and your personal preferences—even if you attend Dartmouth or UPenn, you can have a fulfilling experience without getting involved in Greek life. It can be valuable for networking and meeting new people, but it's important to remember that there are many other ways to create connections with your peers too.

As you continue researching, I recommend reaching out to current students or recent alumni from your top choices to get a real sense of how Greek life might play a part in your college experience. I hope this gives you some general, initial insight into the role Greek life plays at Ivy League schools. Good luck with your research and college decisions!