Is AKA Invite only?

Yes, membership in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA) is strictly by invitation only, meaning you cannot apply or solicit membership; you must be invited by an official letter from a chapter after demonstrating high standards and connection to the organization, often by attending public events and building relationships.

Do you have to be invited to be an AKA?

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® is proud of her more than 1105 chapters and more than 390,000 initiated members in 14 nations and all states. Membership is by invitation only.

Can you join AKA if you aren't black?

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® does not discriminate in its membership selection practices on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, creed, marital status or disability.

Do you have to pay to be an AKA?

This application must be accompanied by a $100.00, $550.00, or $750.00 chapter check, cashier's check, or money order made payable to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. ® (Personal checks are not accepted.) No funds are required for an active Diamond Soror® for Life Membership.

How do I get an invitation to join AKA?

AKA does not solicit, membership is by invitation only. Please do not contact the chapter president. AKA1908.com has this stated along with more information. Continue to attend their public events and develop relationships with the members, this is the only way to receive an invitation.

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Do sororities pick based on looks?

There's a big misconception that sororities recruit based on looks and I can kind of see where you get that idea from rush talk. They're also gorgeous but recruitment isn't about who's prettiest.

Is Alicia Keys an AKA?

Yes, Alicia Keys is an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA), inducted in 2004, aligning her with the sorority's focus on service and empowerment through her philanthropic work like Keep a Child Alive and advocacy.
 

How hard is it to get into aka?

If you're at a university with an AKA chapter, work on getting your grade above a C+ and fill out a membership application. Attend the Rush event to receive your invitation into the sorority. If you're out of college, then attend graduate chapter events to receive an invite.

What sorority is Jada Pinkett Smith in?

Jada Pinkett Smith is an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA), the first Greek-letter organization established by African-American college-trained women, known for its focus on "Service to all mankind". She joins other famous honorary members like Alicia Keys and Maya Angelou, and is recognized as a prominent figure associated with the sorority.
 

What is the most expensive sorority?

There isn't one single "most expensive" sorority, as costs vary wildly by chapter and university, but high-cost examples often cited are at the University of Alabama, with some semesters exceeding $5,000 in dues and housing fees, and specific chapters like Delta Zeta or Phi Mu having notoriously lavish houses and high member expenses, making them among the priciest Greek experiences overall. 

Has AKA ever had a white member?

AKA is a historically Black sorority within the National Panhellenic Council, the first sorority made by Black women for Black women. I am not the first White woman to have joined, but I am the first to join my specific chapter at the University of Florida.

What is dirty bidding in a sorority?

Being promised a bid or being guaranteed that you will get invited back to another recruitment round. Recruiters are absolutely not allowed to say things like, “See you tomorrow” or “I can't wait to see you on bid day!” and there is a reason for that.

What is the most elite sorority?

There's no single "most elite" sorority, as prestige varies by campus, but Kappa Kappa Gamma (KKG), Pi Beta Phi (Pi Phi), and Kappa Alpha Theta (Theta) are consistently cited as top-tier national organizations known for high standards, strong sisterhoods, and social prestige, often attracting members with high GPAs, wealth, and prominence, though others like Delta Delta Delta (Tri Delta) and Alpha Phi are also highly regarded. 

What are the 5 B's to avoid during rush?

What are the 5 B's in Rush? The Five B's of Rush are Boys, Ballots, Booze, Bible, and Bucks. These represent touchy subjects you should avoid bringing up during your conversations.

How do sororities pick who they want?

Sororities pick members through a multi-round, mutual selection process called recruitment (or "rush"), where potential new members (PNMs) meet chapters, and both sides rank each other based on fit, personality, GPA, and values, leading to invitations for deeper rounds and ultimately, a bid (invitation to join) on Bid Day, often using information from recommendations and conversations to find compatible matches. 

Which president was expelled from the AKA?

According to ΑΚΑ's website, McKinzie has been expelled from the sorority since 2016.

What sorority is Serena Williams in?

While tennis star Serena Williams is often associated with service and community, particularly through events with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (DST) alongside her sister Venus, she is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA), having become an honorary member to honor her family's legacy and extend the pink and green torch, with her mother and aunt being members.
 

Is Tracee Ellis Ross in a sorority?

Yes, Tracee Ellis Ross is an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA), the first Black sorority, inducted in 2021 alongside other notable women like Robin Roberts and Cynthia Erivo, joining the sisterhood's legacy of service and excellence. She's a proud member of this Divine Nine organization, often seen connecting with her "sorors," even receiving an honorary doctorate from Spelman College as an AKA.
 

Can you join AKA if you're white?

With 150,000 members and more than 900 chapters, AKA is among the largest. But sorority members, known for their trademark pink and green colors, can no longer say that the club is exclusively black. Nor can most other historically black sororities and fraternities.

What not to say during sorority recruitment?

Booze, Boys, Bucks, and Beliefs.

And here's the important part: chapter members are also coached to avoid these topics. So it's not all on you to steer the conversation away from risky areas, everyone's trying to keep the focus on things that actually help you figure out where you belong.

How do I get invited to join aka?

To get accepted into Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority, you must meet academic standards (typically a C+ average or 2.5 GPA), be a full-time student (for undergrads), demonstrate strong character and community involvement, attend the official Rush/Information Session, and successfully complete the formal Membership Intake Process (MIP) by submitting required documents like transcripts and recommendation letters, often leading to an invitation after the event, as graduate membership is by invitation only.
 

What does God say about sororities?

The Bible doesn't directly mention "sororities," but principles guide Christians: focus on fellowship with fellow believers (1 Cor 15:33, Gal 3:28), avoid "unequal yokes" with unbelievers (2 Cor 6:14), and glorify God in all actions (1 Cor 10:31). This leads to discernment on whether a sorority's exclusivity, secret rituals, potential for ungodly environments (partying, lust), and conflicting loyalties honor God or distract from His will. Ultimately, it's a personal decision requiring prayer and wise evaluation of each group's culture and demands. 

Is Hillary Clinton an AKA?

In September 2005, Clinton initially accepted but later rejected honorary membership into Alpha Kappa Alpha due to its exclusive requirements which would prevent her from accepting honorary membership in other National Pan-Hellenic Council organizations.

Is Angela Bassett a member of a sorority?

Yes, Angela Bassett is an honorary member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., a prominent African-American Greek-letter organization, having been inducted in 2013 to celebrate her cultural impact and strong character. She is a proud supporter and has been seen at sorority events, representing the "crimson and cream".
 

What sorority is Star Jones?

She earned a B.A. degree in Administration of Justice at American University, where she was initiated into the Lambda Zeta chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority. Jones earned a J.D. degree from the University of Houston Law Center in 1986, and was admitted to the New York state bar in 1987.