Prospective Member FAQ

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Every member of the Western Illinois Chapter of Delta Upsilon had questions about the fraternity before they joined. We have come up with a list of questions prospective individuals who are interested in joining Delta Upsilon may have.

  1. dillonbolinresizedHow much does it cost to be a DU?
    Here is the breakdown of membership dues for our chapter:
    • Pledge Semester: Pledge Dues: $155
    • After Pledge Semester:
      - Initiation Fee: $200 (activation fee)
      - Member dues (living in the house): $230
      - Member dues (living out of the house): $260
    • * Room & Board:
      - Rent: $1240
      - Board(Meals): $830
      - Insurance Fee: $71.75
      - Damage Fee: $100
      - Total Room & Board: $2456.75
      (member dues included)

    * = Every member is required to live in the chapter house for a minimum of 1 year (2 semesters) unless otherwise approved by the Western Illinois DU Alumni Corporation.

  2. Is there any hazing involved?
    No. Since Delta Upsilon is a non-secret fraternity, we are constantly dealing with outside scrutiny regarding to our actions. Hazing is something we feel very strongly against and do not see its purpose when joining. At no point, whatsoever, during your pledgeship will you ever have to worry about hazing.
  3. How much time will DU take?
    Some individuals believe that pledging a fraternity takes all of your time away, this is simply not true. Most of the time Delta Upsilon will balance with whatever other activities you have. Some of your time is spent studying, which you already have to do to stay at school.
  4. Is DU like Animal House?
    At Delta Upsilon, we generally spend more time studying and working on philanthropy than how to go about setting up the next social event. The Animal House era is long past. We are a leadership development organization based on brotherhood with solid principles. The key is to have fun and take something with you for the real world when you graduate.
  5. I still have a question. How can I get more information?
    If there is something that you are wondering about not answered on this page, by all means let us know.You can contact us by email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , call us 309-837-1525, or even stop by for a visit if your in the Macomb Area.