[honeychile]

Obviously, I can't speak for all sororities, but in a pre-exit interview, you would be offered all sorts of options. Many chapters have a fund for exactly this sort of problem, and many Executive Offices do, too. Please find out about them, before you completely make up your mind. I think you're going to find your chapter and/or alumnae much easier to work with than you imagine.

Also, VandalSquirrel brings up a very good point. When I went through Recruitment, we were advised that our first year's financial obligations would be MUCH higher than upperclassmen. If you're in with upperclassmen, there's a lot of items which the sisters will share, cutting your cost in clothing for various functions, and other economies.

But, if you've already made up your mind, then talk to your Big Sister now. Let her know, and give her a chance to advise you. That's what she's supposed to be there for. Good luck to you.