Should I wait it out?

[Sciencewoman]

Originally Posted by cherryblossom90

Wow, thank you for your response. There is a lot to consider and I'll definitely take everything you said into account. How would I find out the affiliation process? How was your transition into the house you transferred to?

Ask about the affiliation process after you accept a bid from this group, if they offer one. You have a window of time before initiation where, if it turns out the transfer chapter doesn't take affiliates and you're definitely transferring, you could drop and try recruitment afresh at your new campus. You will probably need to contact the transfer chapter and ask what their policy is...even if the national/international sorority has an affiliation process, the specific chapter may not accept affiliates as a rule, due to the reason DubaiSis mentioned. Just realize that if you initiate, you are a life member and you can never join another NPC sorority...and there are no extenuating circumstances that would allow this.

I had a great experience as an affiliate...fit right in with my new sisters. But, your mileage may vary, as chapter vibe and personalities vary. If you get a bid, initiate, and then definitely decide to transfer, and you know they accept affiliates, I would reach out to the new chapter ahead of time and make a friendly overture, visit once or twice, etc.

[cherryblossom90]

Originally Posted by Sciencewoman

Ask about the affiliation process after you accept a bid from this group, if they offer one. You have a window of time before initiation where, if it turns out the transfer chapter doesn't take affiliates and you're definitely transferring, you could drop and try recruitment afresh at your new campus. You will probably need to contact the transfer chapter and ask what their policy is...even if the national/international sorority has an affiliation process, the specific chapter may not accept affiliates as a rule, due to the reason DubaiSis mentioned. Just realize that if you initiate, you are a life member and you can never join another NPC sorority...and there are no extenuating circumstances that would allow this.

I had a great experience as an affiliate...fit right in with my new sisters. But, your mileage may vary, as chapter vibe and personalities vary. If you get a bid, initiate, and then definitely decide to transfer, and you know they accept affiliates, I would reach out to the new chapter ahead of time and make a friendly overture, visit once or twice, etc.

Perfect, I'll keep this all in mind, thank you!!