Belonging · 2026 survey
Fraternity Membership
Are you or have you ever been a member of a college or university-affiliated fraternity?
25% of young men are or were fraternity members. 42% have never been and would not consider it.
Topline, all respondents
- Yes, I am currently a member8.1%
- Yes, I was previously a member16.5%
- No, but I would consider becoming a member28.2%
- No, I have never been a member and would not consider it42.1%
- Unsure5.1%
Most common answer
No, I have never been a member and would not consider it
Share
42.1%
Respondents
800 registered voters, men aged 18 to 30
The numbers
| Response | Percent |
|---|---|
| Yes, I am currently a member | 8.1 |
| Yes, I was previously a member | 16.5 |
| No, but I would consider becoming a member | 28.2 |
| No, I have never been a member and would not consider it | 42.1 |
| Unsure | 5.1 |
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Citation
The Lafayette Company, Young American Men Survey 2026, “Are you or have you ever been a member of a college or university-affiliated fraternity?”. 800 registered voters, men aged 18 to 30, fielded by Cygnal, September 15–18, 2026, margin of error ±3.46%. youngamericanmen.com/data/2026/fraternity-membership
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