The financial obligations of each member enable Beta Theta Pi as a General Fraternity to exist and offer benefits to more than 8,000 undergraduate and 126,000 alumni members.

One-Time Fees

Pledge Fee: $129.00

Initiation Fee: $251.00

Membership Dues/Insurance

GF Dues: $135.00 ($67.50 per period)

Heritage: $18.00 ($9.00 per period)

Insurance: $120.00 ($60 per period) 

What is the Pledge Fee?

The pledge fee is a one-time charge assessed upon pledging the Fraternity. This covers the cost of the pledge manual (Son of the Stars), song book, CD and risk management resources. 

What is the Initiation Fee?

The initiation fee is a one-time charge assessed upon initiation into the Fraternity. This covers the cost of the membership shingle, badge and lifetime subscription to The Beta Theta Pi magazine.

What are General Fraternity dues?

General Fraternity dues are assessed to every undergraduate member to fund education resources, administrative support and the day-to-day operation of the General Fraternity.

What is the Heritage Fee?

The Heritage Fund was established for the maintenance and care of the Administrative Office (Brennan Hall) and grounds built in Oxford, Ohio, in 1994. The $3.1 million facility was paid for through the generosity of alumni contributions.

What is the Insurance Fee?

Beta Theta Pi maintains a Fraternity-wide liability insurance policy with superior legal coverage and risk management support. The Fraternity's annual insurance fee is one of the lowest in the industry.

*Local dues are also a financial obligation; however, they differ from chapter to chapter. Please contact your local chapter to inquire about its local dues.