<p>What is the average yearly costs (dues, etc...) to belong to one of the top 5 social fraternities? I'm mainly wondering about the 'hidden costs', if any, throughout the year like: parties, dinners, functions, trips??? Do you have to be a 'rich kid' to survive the next 4 years in a frat? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. :)</p>
<p>UCLA</a> Fraternity & Sorority Relations</p>
<p>Check it out. Ask your son to personally talk to members from various frats. Would make more sense than checking out the minority of fraternity members on this board.</p>
<p>The costs for the single fraternity room that my son had were about half the price that we were charged for a double room in the dormitory. That is a lot of money. It more than outweighed the membership and activity fees that were paid to the fraternity.</p>