Fraternity & Sorority Life (also called FSL or “Greek Life”) at Bentley is a community of leaders and scholars dedicated to the growth of the campus community and their individual members. Striving to advance a healthy and equitable community culture, FSL provides a transformative personal and professional experience that prepares members for leadership beyond their time at Bentley. Expand the sections below to see more about our recognized FSL organizations!
Bentley has eight recognized social men’s fraternities on campus. These organizations are governed by the Interfraternity Council. Recognized fraternities focus on philanthropic efforts, leadership opportunities, and social responsibility.
Alpha Epsilon Pi
Alpha Gamma Pi
Delta Kappa Epsilon
Delta Sigma Iota, Fraternity Inc.
Kappa Sigma
Sigma Chi
Sigma Gamma Delta
Sigma Pi
Bentley has four recognized social women’s fraternities on campus. These organizations are governed by the Panhellenic Council. Recognized sororities focus on philanthropic efforts, leadership opportunities, and social responsibility.
Alpha Phi
Gamma Phi Beta
Kappa Delta
Phi Sigma Sigma
Bentley has two recognized co-educational business fraternities and one co-educational service fraternity on campus. A student does not need to identify with a specific gender to join these organizations. These organizations focus on professional growth, academic endeavors, and service opportunities for students.
Alpha Kappa Psi (Business Fraternity)
Alpha Phi Omega (Service Fraternity)
Delta Sigma Pi (Business Fraternity)
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (Epsilon Chapter)
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (Xi Tau Chapter)
Only those organizations listed above have Bentley University recognition and approval to operate. Community members should be aware that the organizations listed below do not have university recognition or permission to operate.
Kappa Pi Alpha (KPA) was expelled from campus in 2013 and is not recognized or supported by Bentley University.
Alpha Sigma Phi (ASP or Alpha Sig) lost recognition in June 2019 following suspension and the subsequent revocation of its charter by its headquarters.
Unrecognized groups have no affiliation with or supervision by the University, do not follow the standards set for recognized groups, and their members do not participate in relevant health, wellness, and safety trainings. Questions about the status of any organization should be directed to GA_SPE@bentley.edu.
Fraternity and Sorority Life Resources
Resources
Chapter Expansion
Requests for new chapters must follow the relevant process established by the Interfraternity Council, Panhellenic Council, and/or Student Programs & Engagement. Click here for our expansion policy for new culturally based chapters. Please reach out to GA_SPE@bentley.edu for any expansion inquiries.
Community Standards
Bentley sets clear expectations for all its fraternities and sororities. Learn how the Community Standards Program provides a framework for chapter success.
Standards Report Card
Curious how a chapter measures up? Get the current Standards Report Card for how each chapter performed last year.
Parent & Family Resources
Is your student interested in joining a fraternity or sorority? Check out the resources below for our recommendations on how you can support your student through this process.
Parent & Family FAQs -- information on the recruitment process, new member education, the University's expectations of chapters, and the benefits of joining a chapter.
15 Questions to Ask -- these are questions to ask your student if they are considering going through recruitment and/or joining a chapter.
How to Identify Potential Concerns -- this is intended to serve as a guide for recognizing concerning behavior, harmful culture, and signs of hazing in a chapter.
Community Data
In addition, we collect community data about fraternity and sorority membership, academic success and training.