Membership
Who should join NASPAA?
NASPAA is the membership association of institutions that offer programs in public administration, public policy, public affairs, and similar public service degrees. Membership takes place at the institution level.
NASPAA Membership
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Value of Membership
NASPAA has a lot to offer its members. Through the sharing of best practices, networking opportunities, accreditation, authoritative data, and a whole lot more, NASPAA gives value to its member schools.
One way in which NASPAA ensures excellence is through Accreditation. Former COPRA Chair, Dean Laura Bloomberg discusses the value of accreditation. To both our members and to the field.
What types of NASPAA Memberships are there?
NASPAA is an association of academic institutions (colleges, schools, departments, etc.) that awards graduate and/or undergraduate degrees in public administration, public policy, public affairs, and related fields. NASPAA membership is open to schools around the globe. There are over 300 members, including over 25 outside the U.S.
The rates for annual dues are determined by your student enrollment:
- 0-50 Students: $893
- 51-100 Students: $1,872
- 101-175 Students: $2,623
- 176-250 Students: $3,625
- 251-400 Students: $4,124
- 401-550 Students: $4,625
- 551-850 Students: $5126
- 851-1150 Students: $5,627
- 1151-1750 Students: $6,288
- More than 1750. Please specify the number. NASPAA Membership will contact you to discuss pricing.
The annual membership cycle ends each year on June 30th and the next year begins on July 1st.
Institutions may apply for membership at any time. Initial membership dues for newly accepted institutions are prorated based on how many months remain in the fiscal year.
Associate membership is open to academic institutions that seek a supportive role in NASPAA, as well as government agencies, corporations, foundations, professional associations, independent research entities, and other organizations that subscribe to the purpose of the Association. Associate membership precludes involvement in NASPAA organizational governance and quality assurance programs. It is intended to provide a path to institutional membership for eligible programs.
Associate members are eligible for most membership benefits.