Dues & Billing

National Dues

The per-member fee a chapter owes to its national or international headquarters.

Last updated August 9, 2026

National dues (also called HQ or international dues) are charged by the organization's headquarters for each member and remitted by the chapter. Chapters usually roll this amount into the dues each member pays, then forward the headquarters' portion. National dues fund insurance, programming, staff, and organization-wide services.

Related terms

Chapter Dues

The recurring fees each member pays to belong to a fraternity or sorority chapter, covering the chapter's operating costs.

501(c)(7)

The US tax-exempt classification for social and recreational clubs, which many fraternities and sororities fall under.

New Member Fees

One-time fees charged to new members for initiation, badges, and onboarding, on top of regular dues.

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