Requirements For Becoming A Member Of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

 Omega Psi Phi Fraternity selects men whose records demonstrate that they possess mental capacity, strong character and an earnest desire to equip themselves for service to humanity. The fraternity seeks to develop conscientious, eager, enthusiastic, and active members who will carry on our traditions, ideals, and service in years ahead.

 To become a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity you must:

  • Possess the qualities of Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift

  • Display qualities of leadership

  • Have an overall grade point average of at least 2.5 (4.0 point system) or its equivalent from a college or university recognized by the fraternity, and be certified as a full time student and be at least a second semester freshman (Undergraduate)

  • Have earned at least a bachelors degree from an approved college or university (Graduate)

  • Show evidence of school and/or community involvement (i.e. Church, school organizations, NAACP, UNCF, Masonic Order, etc.)

  • Participate in an official information session conducted by the Regional Intake Team (Invitation Only)

  • Request an official transcript bearing the college/university seal and have it mailed directly from the registrar to the chairman of the Regional Intake Team.

  • Pay all dues and fees.

  • Submit a medical examination, pass a record check, pass an interview, and pass an examination regarding the fraternity.

  • Have five (5) letters of recommendation submitted

 

Statement against hazing

 

The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. embraces the principles contained in the statement of Position on Hazing as promulgated by the Fraternity Executives Association. However, for its own intent and purposes, the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. espouses the following as its official Statement of Position on Hazing, to wit:

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. strictly prohibits and expressly denounces the practice of hazing in any form during the pre-initiation activities for any of its chapters or by any of its members against any person seeking admission to the organization. "Hazing is defined as any reckless or intentional action taken or any situation created which produces mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment or ridicule.

Such activities and situations include, but are not limited to, paddling in any form; creation of excessive fatigue, creating or inflicting physical and/or physiological shocks; conducting quests, treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, road trips or any other such activities carried on outside the confines of a house/domicile; public wearing of any apparel or paraphernalia which is conspicuous, nor normally in good taste or otherwise banned; engaging in public stunts or buffoonery; morally degrading or humiliating an individual(s) through words or deeds' conducting late (after established hours sessions which interfere with or prohibit the pursuit of scholastic attainment or productive work; and the conduct of any activities, expressed or implied, which are not consistent with the Cardinal Principles espoused by the Fraternity or the academic missions of colleges or universities where Chapters of the Fraternity are established.