Membership

EDUCAUSE is a nonprofit association whose mission is to advance higher education by promoting the intelligent use of information technology.

EDUCAUSE helps those who lead, manage, and use information resources to shape strategic decisions at every level. A comprehensive range of resources and activities is available to all interested employees at EDUCAUSE member organizations, with special opportunities open to designated member representatives. EDUCAUSE programs include professional development activities, print and electronic publications, strategic policy initiatives, research, awards for leadership and exemplary practices, and a wealth of online information services.

Membership is open to institutions of higher education, corporations serving the higher education information technology market, and other related associations and organizations.

The current membership comprises more than 2,200 colleges, universities, and educational organizations, including 250 corporations, with more than 17,000 active members.

International institutions are welcome to become members of EDUCAUSE, bringing a valuable perspective on IT solutions and strategies on their campuses. Read the association's international principles, and find more information about international membership.

In addition, EDUCAUSE offers three subscription-based programs that provide specialized research, opportunities for professional collaboration, and forums for influencing policy. These leading-edge programs are the EDUCAUSE Center for Applied Research – ECAR; Net@EDU (advanced networking); and the EDUCAUSE Learning Initiative – ELI.