Be a Founding Father
Being a brother of ZBT is the greatest privilege you’ll ever earn — we believe that our brothers earn their membership every day. Zeta Beta Tau prides itself that our brotherhood is built upon equality. Read more on being an undergraduate brother of ZBT. It’s GREAT to be a ZBT!
Leave a legacy on your campus and be a Founding Father of Zeta Beta Tau! What is a Founding Father? He is a brother initiated into a new Prospective Chapter in its first year; he is among those founding a new group.
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FAQ for potential Founding Fathers
What is the time commitment needed to start a new chapter?
A: You put in what you want out of it! Most brothers will commit an hour two per week to the chapter; those interested in leadership roles will put in more time. As a non-pledging fraternity, the strenuous pledge process that damages GPA and social life is eliminated.
A: The one-time fee for Founding Fathers who start a chapter is $345. This fee covers the expenses to for both the initiation semester and the year following. Local chapter dues are decided by the brothers in leadership.
A: Be a fully matriculated student at Kennesaw State University, have a high school or undergraduate GPA of at least 2.7, and share in the values of Intellectual Awareness, Social Responsibility, Integrity and Brotherly Love.
A: Yes! Zeta Beta Tau is open to all men of good character. We are proud to support Jewish values and the Jewish community.
What are the costs associated with joining ZBT?
The one-time fee for Founding Fathers who start a chapter is $345. This fee covers the expenses to for both the initiation semester and the year following. Local chapter dues are decided by the brothers in leadership.
Financial commitment
See more on what the new chapter’s financial requirement is in the first year: Dues and Fees (PDF)
What are the requirements to join ZBT?
Be a fully matriculated student at your university, have a high school or undergraduate GPA of at least 2.7, and share in the values of Intellectual Awareness, Social Responsibility, Integrity and Brotherly Love.
Does ZBT haze?
No. ZBT brothers are held to a higher standard. We respect the dignity of all people and do not engage in any forms of degradation, abuse or mistreatment of others. ZBTs are gentlemen.
I am not Jewish, should I join a Jewish fraternity?
Yes! Zeta Beta Tau is open to all men of good character. We are proud to support Jewish values and the Jewish community.
