Greek Letter Organizations for Black College Students

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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was the first Black intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity.

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Founded on December 4, 1906, at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York.

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Purpose of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

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To stimulate ambition, prepare for usefulness, encourage dignity, and aid humanity.

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Official colors and symbol of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

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Colors: Black and Old Gold; Symbol: Sphinx

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is the first Greek letter organization in the U.S. for Black college women.

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Established January 15, 1908, at Howard University.

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Membership and purpose of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

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Over 170,000 members; promotes unity and friendship among college women.

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Official colors and symbol of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

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Colors: Salmon Pink and Apple Green; Symbol: Ivy Leaf

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Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. was originally chartered as Kappa Alpha Nu.

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Name changed on April 15, 1915, at Indiana University.

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Purpose of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

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Membership for those with acceptable personal, social, and academic qualifications.

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Official colors and symbol of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

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Colors: Crimson and Cream; Symbol: Kappa Diamond

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Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. was founded on November 17, 1911.

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Founded by three Howard University undergraduate students.