The Purpose of Sigma Alpha Iota

to FORM chapters of women college students and alumnae who have a sincere interest in music
to UPHOLD the highest standards of music
to FURTHER the development of music in America and throughout the world
to GIVE inspiration and encouragement to members
to ORGANIZE the cultural life of Sigma Alpha Iota members as a contributing factor to their educational growth
to SUPPORT the ideals and goals of the member's Alma Mater
to ADHERE to the highest standards of citizenship in school, community, and fraternity life