Governing Councils

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With more than 50 recognized organizations, Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) at the University of Maryland is a vibrant community built on shared values of scholarship, leadership, service, and brotherhood/sisterhood.

Our community is made up of four governing councils, each with its own rich history, traditions, and areas of emphasis. Explore each council below to learn more about their member chapters, recruitment or intake processes, and leadership opportunities:

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Interfraternity Council (IFC)

IFC governs 22 nationally affiliated men’s fraternities. IFC chapters offer leadership, service, and brotherhood opportunities to students of all backgrounds. Many IFC chapters have residential living options on and off campus.

Multicultural Greek Council (MGC)

MGC is home to 12 chapters centered around identity, heritage, and rooted in Latinx, Asian, South Asian, multicultural, and religious identities. They were founded to uplift underrepresented communities and foster belonging through service, cultural celebration, and leadership.

National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)

NPHC is home to 8 of the “Divine Nine” historically Black fraternities and sororities. Established at UMD in 1976, NPHC has built a legacy rooted in scholarship, service, cultural pride, and social justice. Their chapters remain deeply connected to alumni and graduate chapters.

Panhellenic Association (PHA)

PHA represents 15 women's sororities which belong to the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC). Founded when women were excluded from fraternal spaces, PHA chapters strive to foster inclusive sisterhoods while honoring their traditions of scholarship, leadership, and service.