Kappa Alpha Pi sets itself apart by fostering a selective and tightly knit community of students dedicated to law, government, and public service. Unlike other organizations, KAPi combines rigorous professional development with genuine camaraderie, ensuring members support each other’s success both personally and professionally. Additionally, KAPi emphasizes inclusivity across diverse career paths, appealing not only to traditional law students but also to those exploring nontraditional uses of legal and governance expertise.

Kappa Alpha Pi maintains a strict application deadline to ensure a smooth and organized selection process. However, applications open every semester, giving you another opportunity to apply and join our fraternity. We encourage you to stay connected and prepare for the next application cycle.

The new member education process is designed to introduce potential members to the values, traditions, and expectations of Kappa Alpha Pi. It includes a series of engaging activities, informational sessions, and opportunities to build connections with current members. While specific details are shared upon acceptance, the process is structured to foster growth, community, and alignment with the fraternity’s mission.

The dues for Kappa Alpha Pi are structured to ensure the fraternity operates smoothly and provides valuable resources and opportunities to its members.

• New Member Dues: $35.00 (National KAPi) + $200.00 (Vanderbilt Chapter)
• Active or Inactive Member Dues: $10.00 (National KAPi) + $200.00 (Vanderbilt Chapter)
• Remote Member Dues: $10.00 (National KAPi)

KAPi is deeply committed to ensuring that financial constraints are never a barrier to membership. Flexible payment plans and accommodations are available to support members in meeting dues requirements, so everyone has the opportunity to fully participate and benefit from the fraternity’s offerings.

It depends. Kappa Alpha Pi welcomes members who are already part of Greek fraternities or sororities. As a professional fraternity, our focus is on fostering a community dedicated to law, government, and public service, and we encourage involvement in other organizations.

However, due to the nature of professional fraternities, without expressed permission from an executive member of KAPi, we do not allow overlap with other professional fraternities, such as Alpha Kappa Psi, Delta Sigma Pi, and Theta Tau.

If you are currently a member of Phi Alpha Delta, Women-In-Government, or the Pre-Law Society, we urge you to apply, however the the expectation for new members will not be changed to accommodate the overlap.

Absolutely. Kappa Alpha Pi values diverse perspectives and welcomes members from a variety of academic and professional interests. Whether you’re exploring nontraditional uses for a law degree or have a passion for leadership, justice, or governance, KAPi provides resources and a supportive community to help you achieve your goals.

Yes. We strongly encourage non-first-year students to apply, including those who are reapplying. Many of our members joined after their first year at Vanderbilt, and we also welcome transfer students who bring unique experiences and perspectives to our fraternity.

No, Kappa Alpha Pi strictly prohibits hazing in any form. Anti-hazing principles are deeply embedded in our organization’s values and policies to ensure a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for all members. Our new member process focuses on education, professional development, and fostering genuine connections within the fraternity.