Discover EDUCAUSE Membership
Join the largest community of higher education technology professionals.
At EDUCAUSE, we believe technology can have a profound impact for colleges and universities. Whatever your role or department, you and your staff can turn to us for professional development, insights, resources, policy advocacy, and—most importantly—a vital network of peers working together to navigate and shape the use of technology in higher education.
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If Your Institution Is a Member, You're a Member, Too.
EDUCAUSE membership is at an organizational level, which means when your college or university joins, everyone at your institution will have access to benefits. Not sure if you're a member? Simply search for your institution's name within the EDUCAUSE Member Directory to find out.
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How EDUCAUSE Can Help You and Your Team
Membership with EDUCAUSE is at an organizational level. We can help you and your team:
- Make the case for technology to executive leadership
- Navigate the emerging trends that are being adopted in higher education, including AI
- Innovate your teaching and learning practices
- Maximize what your peers are doing related to ongoing cybersecurity threats
- Understand, influence, and impact how changing public policies may affect higher education (and we advocate on your behalf)—and more
With a Corporation?
Visit EDUCAUSE Corporate Membership to learn more about the benefits of membership for corporations that serve the higher education technology market, or contact our corporate team by email at [email protected].
The Benefits of EDUCAUSE Membership
Member benefits include access to:
Browse over 22,000 resources on the latest technology trends and practices in higher education and find actionable insights that help you make informed decisions for your college or university.
Connect year-round with your peers and industry experts at our in-person and online events, or via our virtual community groups, to build your network and help solve the challenges you face.
Learn about the latest in IT, cybersecurity, teaching and learning, and student success via free, one-hour webinars or just-in-time, members-only QuickTalks.
Get the best rates on our signature events such as the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference and leadership and management programs, and enjoy significant discounts on New Horizons courses, Prosci Change Management Programs, and job postings within the EDUCAUSE Career Center.
Find resources that help you identify peer institutions, research common technology solutions, benchmark resources, and gain insight on student and faculty technology use.
Get access to Gartner research, subject matter experts, and resources like Magic Quadrant and Hype Cycles.
Participate in one-to-one online mentoring to develop and achieve your personal and professional goals, and discover a variety of awards and scholarships.
Everyone at your institution can benefit.
We serve today’s higher education technology professionals at every level and every stage of their jobs—from entry level to senior leadership, from new hires to tenured employees—and help build the technology and data leaders of tomorrow.
What's the Cost of Membership?
EDUCAUSE membership runs on an annual cycle from July 1 through June 30. The annual fee is due on June 30, and organizations are welcome to join at any point of the year at a prorated dues amount.
Membership dues are based on the following criteria.
| Membership Type | What Dues Are Based On |
|---|---|
| U.S. Institutions | 2010 Carnegie class and institutional expense—pricing designed to welcome organizations of all sizes and types in our community. |
| U.S. Institutional Systems | Same as U.S. institutions plus a 15% discount for organizations with three or more members within the system. |
| U.S. Institutional System Administration Office | Flat fee of $2,291. |
| International Institutions | Student FTE counts (self-reported). |
| Nonprofits and K–12 | Flat fee of $2,291. |
| Corporations | Flat fee of $3,751. |
| Emerging Technology Companies | Flat fee of $933. Available to early-stage emerging technology companies that have been in business five years or less and employ fewer than 30 staff members, with revenue under $5M. This membership can be held for a maximum of five years. |
| Consultants | Flat fee of $630. Available to independent consultants or consulting firms with no more than a total of two employees. |
Have Questions or Ready to Join?
Our membership team is happy to discuss how your institution can benefit by becoming a member. Contact us at [email protected] to learn more about how we can help you meet your needs.
If you'd like to apply for membership for your institution, submit the form below and our team will be in touch with next steps.