Below are the most updated versions of policies, guides, and procedures that apply to the leadership of a fraternity or sorority at Columbia University. Chapter presidents and other applicable officers should work with their Fraternity and Sorority Life advisors to understand these policies in full. Chapter leaders are expected to read and familiarize themselves with each of these documents. Each document is subject to change or update as viewed necessary by Fraternity & Sorority Life.


FSL Policies:

FSL Policies and Procedures

The Joining Process

Membership Intake

Columbia University Anti-Hazing Policy

ALPHA Standards of Accreditation

Procedures for Expansion of Fraternities and Sororities

Student Group Policy:

2026 Student Group Accountability Policy

Residential Policies (including FSL groups):

Event Policy and Registration Guide

Brownstone Policies and Operations Guide