Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., a national service sorority, requires that its members exemplify and encourage high cultural, intellectual, and moral standards and that their actions exemplify the public and personal behaviors that reflect the ideals and principles espoused by the Sisterhood. 





Membership In a Chapter


The membership intake process aligns with the ideals, values and public service mission of Delta Sigma Theta.  The sorority currently has 1,000 collegiate and alumnae chapters located in the United States, Canada, Japan (Tokyo and Okinawa), Germany, the Virgin Islands, Bermuda, the Bahamas, Jamaica, the United Arab Emirates, West Africa, and the Republic of Korea.  Chapters hold an open activity for the purpose of sharing information about the Sorority and how to become a member. This activity is referred to as the “rush.” The rush is held for the purpose of sharing information about the Sorority with persons interested in seeking membership.   Specific details about joining Delta Sigma Theta are provided at the local chapter level.

Eligibility

Policies and Procedures

Chapter Locator

Search for the nearest chapter by State. International locator also available.

Find Nearest Chapter

Legacy Guidelines

Delta is piloting a Legacy program in all seven regions for potential new members. A Legacy is defined as the daughter or granddaughter (biological or adopted), of an active or deceased Member who satisfies specific criteria. For your application to be reviewed as Legacy in the pilot program, the Legacy Certification Application must be completed by a Member or Member Advocate. Additional details for members are available in the Member Portal. Please review the Member and Member Advocate guidelines and Legacy Certification Application.

Legacy Certification Application

Welcome Parents

Becoming a member of Delta Sigma Theta means joining an organization with over 350,000 initiated members. With a strong focus on Sisterhood, Scholarship, and Service we are committed to the highest ethical, intellectual, cultural and moral standards. We welcome the support of parents and family for interested collegiate women.

Applicant's Agreement and Parents/Guardians Acknowledgement Form (Collegiate Only)

Becoming a member of Delta Sigma Theta means joining an organization with over 350,000 initiated members. With a strong focus on Sisterhood, Scholarship, and Service we are committed to the highest ethical, intellectual, cultural and moral standards. We welcome the support of parents and family for interested collegiate women.

Applicant's Agreement and Parents/Guardians Acknowledgement Form (Collegiate Only)

Write a Recommendation

Your recommendation is valued and appreciated! University officials, public service organizations, and existing members are invited to recommend a potential new member or introduce a legacy.

Instructions for Required Content: Member of DST Incorporated Letter
Instructions for Required Content: Public Service Letter
Instructions for Required Content: University Official Letter