Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be Asian to join Chi Sigma Tau?

While we are an Asian Interest organization, we welcome anyone to join regardless of their race or religion.

What if Chi Sigma Tau is not on my campus?

Visit our Membership page and contact our Expansion chair for more information.

What is the expectation of new members?

The national standard for a new member requires them to have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Each chapter may have higher GPA requirements as well as their own specific requirements based on their school guidelines. Please contact a brother of your campus for more information. If you are planning to charter, please contact our Expansion chair for more information.

What is considered a “Legacy”?

Someone who is an immediate family member of one of our brothers. If you are the blood-brother or son of a member of Chi Sigma Tau, you would be considered a Legacy. When joining, the family member who is already a member of Chi Sigma Tau should notify the chapter which the legacy is joining about their legacy status. Note that a chapter has the right to decline membership to a legacy if he does not meet the new member criteria set by the chapter and nationals.

Does Chi Sigma Tau engage in hazing?

Chi Sigma Tau, Inc. does NOT condone hazing. If you see any forms of hazing done to or by the brothers or the new members of Chi Sigma Tau, please contact our National Board president at nb.president@chisigmatau.com to report this issue. For more on this topic, please visit our Anti-Hazing Stance.

Does Chi Sigma Tau offer scholarships?

Alumni members of Chi Sigma Tau have established scholarship programs available for brothers who exceed expectations in their academics. These scholarships are limited to members of Chi Sigma Tau.