free Master’s & undergraduate memberships
ACPA believes the future of higher education is already here—in today’s classrooms, assistantships, campuses, and virtual spaces, where the next generation of leaders is developing the ideas and perspectives that will shape our field. To make that future more accessible and connected, ACPA is proud to offer complimentary membership for degree-seeking Master’s and Undergraduate students beginning 1 July 2026. This investment reflects ACPA’s commitment to supporting emerging professionals, expanding access to meaningful opportunities, and ensuring students are at the center of the conversations, communities, and experiences that will help shape the future of higher education and student affairs.
Master’s & undergraduate student Membership Benefits
Professional Development & Education
- Attend ACPA Professional Development events both in-person and virtually at a reduced member rate
- Gain access to job postings through our ACPA Careers portal
- Digital access to The Journal of College Student Development (JCSD), About Campus, Developments, and the eCommunity weekly newsletter. JCSD is considered the largest Tier 1 publication in this area and was recently ranked “most inclusive” in terms of content dedicated to race.
Networking and Involvement Opportunities
- Access to thousands of higher education colleagues through involvement in ACPA Entity Groups, including the Graduate Students and New Professionals Community of Practice (GSNPCOP), which is designed for students like you to begin involvement and stay involved throughout your career.
- Ability to apply for leadership positions on the Leadership Council, Convention Planning Team, Task Forces or Committees, regardless of professional level
Access to Professional Resources in the Member Portal
- A Bold Vision Forward: A Framework for the Strategic Imperative for Racial Justice & Decolonization
- Ethical Principles and Standards
- ACPA/NASPA Professional Competencies
- ASK Standards (assessment)
- ACPA Generativity Project Videos
Partner Discounts
- Discounted rates for Forrest T. Jones Insurance
- Exclusive access to John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
- Membership discount for books through Stylus Publishing
free membership information
ACPA Masters Student Membership is complimentary for any person who is currently enrolled in Master’s level graduate studies as an admitted, degree-seeking student in an accredited graduate school. Individuals are eligible for this membership type for up to two years or their graduation date from the program, whichever occurs first. ACPA may verify enrollment status with the student’s major professor and/or graduate program coordinator.
ACPA Undergraduate Student Membership is complimentary for any person who is currently enrolled in Undergraduate level graduate studies as an admitted, degree-seeking student in an accredited undergraduate school. Individuals are eligible for this membership type for up to four years or their graduation date from the program, whichever occurs first. ACPA may verify enrollment status with the student’s major professor and/or undergraduate program coordinator.