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Become an NCHC Member
When you join the National Collegiate Honors Council, you become part of an international community of educational institutions, professionals, and students who are passionate about advancing honors education. NCHC is the oldest and largest organization made up of honors educators and students. Its members know that honors is as diverse as the campuses we serve, and that diversity gives you both a global perspective and a unified voice to support honors right where you are - in your classroom and on your campus. NCHC membership gives you connections and tools you won't find anywhere else! Join TodayMembership TypesInstitutional
Our best value membership option. An institutional membership grants access to online resources and discounts for all individuals at the institution. If separate programs have their own budgets, then each must have their own institutional membership. See Membership BenefitsProfessional
Open to all active faculty, administration, and professional staff of a current NCHC member institution on an annual or lifetime basis. Provides voting rights, publications, and communications to an individual in addition to the institutional membership holder. See Membership BenefitsNon-Institutional Professional
Open to all active faculty, administrators, and professional staff of an accredited institution that does not hold a current NCHC Institutional Membership. This is a budget-friendly option if you will be the only member for your program. See Membership BenefitsStudent
Open to all students of an accredited institution that holds a current NCHC Institutional Membership. There is no membership fee, but students must annually renew / sign up to stay active in NCHC's database. See Membership BenefitsAffiliate
Open to all former honors faculty, administrators, professional staff, and alumni, retired or no longer associated with an accredited institution. This is a great option if you are not actively enrolled in or on staff at an accredited program but want to stay connected with the honors community. See Membership BenefitsOrganizational Associate
Open to any public or private association or organization that is supportive of honors education and of the mission of NCHC, that is NOT eligible to become an institutional member. Membership applications for organizational associates are subject to approval by the NCHC Board of Directors See Membership BenefitsBenefits of Membership
National Network
Connect with honors programs, colleges, and students across the nation while enjoying access to resources, signature programs and events, job boards, as well as committee and board participation opportunities. Professional Development
Receive member discounts to events, trainings, and programs designed to further your career and honors program. Participate in exclusive training to become an honors program reviewer to support not only your program but others as well through assessment and evaluation. Student Participation Opportunities
Share your research at our national conference, network with other honors students, and received specialized training in fellowships. Access signature experiential learning programs like Partners in the Parks and compete for national awards. Increased Visibility & Support
Apply and nominate programs and colleagues for recognition, publish honors research in peer-reviewed journals, and showcase your NCHC Membership. Receive resources and advocate for your program through NCHC Program Reviews, grant applications, and consultation opportunities Member Benefits by TypeReady to Join?
Invest in the success of your honors program with an NCHC membership and gain access to a national network of over 900 insitutional members, a variety of professional development and student participation opportunities, increased program visibility, and funding support opportunities. Join NCHC Today |
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