Question 1

How are chapter dues calculated?

Accepted Answer

Dues are your chapter's total annual operating cost divided by the number of dues-paying members, then split across your billing periods. For example, a chapter with $80,000 in annual costs and 100 members needs $800 per member per year, or $400 per member per semester. This calculator adds up national dues, house and facility costs, social budget, philanthropy, recruitment, and operating expenses to find that number.

Question 2

Should national/HQ dues be included in member dues?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Most chapters roll the per-member amount their national headquarters charges into the dues each member pays, so the chapter collects one number and remits HQ's portion. Enter your total annual national/HQ bill and the calculator spreads it across your members.

Question 3

How many billing periods should I use?

Accepted Answer

Use 2 if you collect dues once per semester (the most common setup), 1 for a single annual bill, or 4 for quarterly. The calculator divides the per-member annual amount evenly across whatever number you choose.

Question 4

What's a reasonable amount for chapter dues?

Accepted Answer

It varies widely — typically $200–$1,200 per semester depending on whether your chapter has a house, the size of your social and philanthropy budgets, and what national charges. Rather than copying another chapter, build your dues from your own budget so every dollar is accounted for.

Question 5

Can members pay dues in installments?

Accepted Answer

Yes. With Dueflow you can let members split dues into a payment plan instead of one lump sum, which significantly increases on-time payment. Use the Payment Plan Generator to preview a schedule, or set it up automatically inside Dueflow.

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