CLEMSON INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL
FALL 2025 FORMAL RUSH
Clemson IFC Formal Recruitment, commonly referred to as "Formal Rush," is the structured process through which undergraduate men explore and join one of the 24 Interfraternity Council (IFC) fraternities on campus. Held at the beginning of the Fall semester, this multi-day experience gives potential new members the chance to meet brothers from each chapter, learn about their values, traditions, and involvement, and find the best fit for their college journey. The process is designed to be welcoming, informative, and values-based, helping students make confident and informed decisions about joining the fraternity community at Clemson. No prior knowledge of Greek life is needed—just an open mind and a willingness to get involved.
FALL 2025 OPEN RUSH
Open Rush is an informal, more flexible recruitment process that allows interested students to connect with fraternities outside of the formal recruitment period. Open Rush gives potential new members the chance to meet and engage with chapters at their own pace through casual events like cookouts, game nights, and interest meetings. There’s no structured schedule, and not all fraternities participate, so students are encouraged to reach out directly to chapters they’re interested in. Open Rush is a great opportunity for those who want to explore fraternity life in a more laid-back setting while still finding the brotherhood, leadership, and service opportunities that Clemson’s IFC community offers.
ELIGIBILITY TO RUSH
To be eligible for IFC recruitment at Clemson University, students must meet the following criteria:
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First-year students are welcome to participate in recruitment.
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Returning Clemson students must have a minimum cumulative Clemson GPA of 2.7. A Clemson GPA is established after completing at least one semester with graded coursework, including summer classes (excluding Bridge to Clemson students) and only includes grades received from Clemson.
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Students transferring to Clemson who have not taken any graded coursework at Clemson University must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 from their previous institution.
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Current Bridge to Clemson students are not eligible to participate in recruitment until they have officially crossed into Clemson.
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Students must not be initiated members of any other national fraternity, whether at Clemson or any other institution. If you are a transfer student looking to affiliate with your current chapter at Clemson, please contact the chapter president (see contact list above) or email the IFC Advisor, Preston Kell at pkell@clemson.edu for assistance.
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All participants must complete the full registration process, including any required pre-recruitment education.
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Crossing Bridge students or transfer students must upload a copy of their final transcript (an unofficial version is acceptable) during registration. Failure to submit this documentation may result in disqualification from the recruitment process.
PRE- AND POST-RUSH EDUCATION
IFC PRE-RUSH ORIENTATION: This required session will provide you with key information about the recruitment process and what to expect when joining a fraternity at Clemson. Your orientation date and time will be assigned based on your Rush Guide Group.
IFC POST-RUSH ORIENTATION: This session will be held on the Sunday following Bid Distribution each semester. During this time, we will review the expectations for chapters and new members, as well as cover important policies, resources, and information related to personal health and safety.
IFC NEW MEMBER SERIES: If you receive and accept a bid to join an IFC fraternity, you’ll be invited to participate in a series of four developmental workshops led by IFC upperclassmen and national speakers. These sessions focus on personal growth, well-being, and what it means to be part of a community larger than yourself. Participation in this program is mandatory for all new members who join an IFC chapter.
RUSH EVENTS
PRE-RUSH EVENTS: Prior to the start of Rush, chapters may host “Pre-Rush” Events. These events do not require you to be registered for Rush. These events are required to be dry and any chapter found violating the dry event policy may be sanctioned by the IFC.
IFC MEET THE FRATERNITIES: This is open to any individual interested in learning more about IFC chapters at Clemson University. This is a free event and does not require you to be registered to attend. This event will occur once students arrive back to campus before the Rush registration deadline.
SMOKERS: All registered and eligible participants are invited to attend. This is an opportunity to interact with each chapter and continue building connections.
FIRST ROUND INVITE: Invitation only. Chapters are split into groups over three evenings. Each chapter will only have one time slot to host events during this round. Potential new members will receive a text/email from the chapter notifying them if they have been notified and the details for the event.
FINAL DINNER: Invitation only. Chapters are split into groups over two evenings. Each chapter will only that time slot to host events during this round. Potential new members will receive a text/email from the chapter notifying them if they have been notified and the details for the event.