New Top 10 Greek Schools

[Kevin]

Found this on MSN I think I've seen it on here -- it is the Princeton Review list... Maybe it's new:

1. Clemson University

Fraternities play a huge part of the social scene at Clemson. The students describe themselves as "friendly and outgoing," and that's sure to be the case at the many frat parties on campus. In fact, students say that only the storied Tigers football team could claim a more devoted following than the Clemson Greek scene.


2. Elon University

Greek parties dominate the late-night social scene in the "very small" town of Elon. Students boast that they live the good life in a "country-club kind of place." They're proud of their "good southern hospitality," and welcome students from a variety of backgrounds. But most students are from the mid-Atlantic and Southern states, and are, without question, "very Greek-oriented."


3. Washington and Lee University

The W&L social universe revolves around the Greek scene. Comments one student, "We have the greatest fraternity scene in the country. Period." Because "fraternity parties are open to everyone, except for special functions," W&L suffers less from Greek/independent antagonism than do many other Greek-dominated campuses.

4. Dartmouth College

The Greek life dominates at Dartmouth, where "frats are the entire social scene," as one student claims. But while fraternities play a big role in having fun, there are many other weekend options. Outdoor activities are a popular recreational alternative in this "beautiful, intimate, and friendly environment."

5. Indiana University--Bloomington

Students note that the Greek system has a very strong presence at Indiana, perhaps even as strong as the famous IU basketball team. While some students crow about the wonderfully diverse student body, others complain that while "the majority of people here are very friendly," the population "is very divided [by] race, Greeks/non-Greeks, and majors."

6. University of Alabama

Fraternities and sororities are extremely popular (about 20 percent of students pledge), and their parties are all the rage. Independent parties are another alternative, but rooting for the Crimson Tide's football program may be the most popular social activity.

7. Drexel University

Because Drexel is right in the heart of Philadelphia, students can take advantage of a wide array of cultural activities. But frat parties remain a popular draw, either on campus or at the neighboring University of Pennsylvania.

8. Centre College

Students say that social life here is, "as a rule, Greek," and it tends to be cyclical. "Everybody studies during the week," but the weekends are reserved for letting off steam. One student observes that "Danville is a dry city but Centre is a drowning campus on weekends." It's possible to party "every weekend at frat parties" here.

9. George Mason University

With a high proportion of students who commute to George Mason rather than live on campus, many complain that they feel isolated from one another. The Greek system offers a popular solution. One student writes, "To get involved (socially) you pretty much need to go Greek. If you aren't in a fraternity or sorority you don't have the opportunity to meet many people outside of your classes."

10. Pennsylvania State University

With a student population the size of many American towns, Penn State can offer a wide variety of social options. Fraternities and sororities offer some of the more popular social diversions, however. Most students agree that "Penn State is a party school no matter what anyone says. We throw a party for any reason."