I know there are posts like these with similar titles that end up being supportive of Greek life. If that is what you are expecting, I am sorry. While I do not hate Greek life, I do not believe it is the only way to have an amazing college experience.

Too often young students are forced into this way of life in fear that it is the only way to have a social life and they couldn’t be more wrong. For the people who are seeking the perspective that is much less talked about, this list is for you.

1. It is expensive

Going greek is not only a time commitment but a rather large financial commitment. With college charging you for pretty much everything, adding even more money can be pretty ridiculous unless you are 100% certain in joining a sorority or fraternity.

2. Drama

Okay, so we can't escape drama no matter how old we are or who we hang out with. But being around the same group of people all the time and doing the exact same things can be a breeding pool for even more drama than the average college student.

"Why would she bring so and so to formal?"

"I don't like that girl... she is in *insert sorority here*"

(I’m not using stereotypes, these are quotes I’ve overheard on campus)

3. The time commitment

Balancing school and work can be hard. It is likely that on top of schoolwork, college students have a few other commitments to use their time with. Being in a sorority or frat means more meetings, more requirements and more responsibility. This can be very hard on your mental well-being.

4. The wardrobe

This one is mostly for sororities. If you are anything like me, going to class in anything other than running shorts and a tee shirt is downright torturous. While I admire the girls for dressing up and looking very nice in their skirts and letter shirts, I could not force myself to do that unless my dog's life depended on it.

5. Limited social circle

I am well aware that being involved in greek life opens up many doors. On the other hand, it could close some as well. I have overheard way too many conversations where girls do not talk to certain people simply because they are in a certain Greek organization or their sisters do not like them. And for the frat boys, they tend to only socialize with fellow brothers and frat boys. I mean, come on... boys that are not in frats rarely even get the chance to come to their parties. I get the reasoning, I really do, but I strongly dislike the exclusivity of it all.

6. The pressure

College is all about finding out who you truly are and what you want. When you are involved in greek life, there is a certain pressure to be and act a certain way. Partying is highly endorsed and so are other activities. I just find it hard to understand how someone can evolve into the person they are meant to become when they have to follow certain guidelines and fit into such an exclusive group. On the other hand, greek life may help you figure out exactly who you are. Everyone's experience is different.

I am not hating on greek life and I do not want people to be upset while reading this. I have many friends in greek life and they are wonderful, respectable people. However, this article is for the people who are on the line about joining greek life. It is hard to find articles opposing greek life and I am here to give them a little perspective.