Membership is open to a graduate holding an associate or equivalent degree from a qualified educational institution.
Student Affiliation is open to anyone who does not already hold an undergraduate degree and is enrolled in a two- or four-year qualified educational institution.
| New Membership Category | When to Submit* | Dates of Membership | National/State/ Branch Fees |
| Branch Member | March 16– Dec. 31 |
July 1-June 30 | $59 + 15 + 13 = $87 |
| Shape the Future Campaign | March 16– Dec. 31 |
July 1-June 30 | $29.50 + $7.50 + $6.50=$43.50 |
| Give-A-Grad-A-Gift | Anytime | One yr from join | $0 (Good for first yr of membership only) + state + branch |