Accepting Bid as a contract

[KSUViolet06]

Yes, declining a COB bid is a missed opportunity, but it's up to you to decide if it's worth it for you to turn down a bid in favor of waiting until formal recruitment to meet all chapters (and potentially get a bid). Both are good things, but it comes down to what you choose to do. You need to weigh the pros and cons for yourself. Keep in mind what year in school you're in and how competitive recruitment is at your school. For example, if you're going to be doing formal recruitment as an upperclassman at a really competitive school, the odds of you getting a bid may be slimmer compared to a freshman PNM.

[SWTXBelle]

As they say, a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. Should you get a COB bid from a group you love, with whom you can TOTALLY see yourself being a part of and sisters with - take it. No need to second guess yourself if you feel you have found your home.

If you are unsure, then you can always go through formal recruitment.