An alternative: you could affiliate with Beta Sigma Phi. BSP is an internationally recognized sorority, and we're always looking for new chapters. PM me if you're interested and I can help you with a friendly venture! (BSP speak for "starting a new chapter")
There are several collegiate chapters of BSP looming around, even though we're not a collegiate sorority per se. I know that our chapter at UM-Kansas City has a house and everything!
For more information:
http://www.betasigmaphi.org
Hope this helps!
Good luck!