<p>My friend’s nephew is interested in studying abroad in Spain next year. Seems a study abroad adviser at his LAC told him that being in a frat is a disadvantage in the application process since frat members have been involved in “incidents” on prior trips. Told him to keep his affiliation off the application and hope for the best. This is a school sponsored program. My friend checked with me since my son is also in a frat and may be considering study abroad. I have no clue. Has anyone heard of this? Sounds like blatant stereotyping to me - not what I would expect from a study abroad professional. I know there are greek haters out there though…</p>
<p>As an administrator at a study abroad provider that helps over 3000 study abroad each year, I can assure you that membership in a fraternity or sorority is not a consideration in the aadmissions process. It is not information that is requested in the application. ALl students in good academic and social standing at their home institution will be eligible for admission. </p>
<p>Institutions that use provider programs often have their own approval process, which typically mirrors our review of academic and disciplinary records. It is difficult to believe that any institution could subjectively reject an student’s application on the basis of involvement in a Greek organization. </p>
<p>Best of luck with your plans to study abroad!</p>