Membership
The Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA), founded in 1982, is the only membership organization dedicated to international education leadership. Our members include leaders and changemakers from across the international education sector, united by a shared commitment to shaping the future of global education.
“I have found immense value in the resources, networking opportunities, and professional development offered by AIEA. AIEA provides a unique platform for brainstorming, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing among international education leaders, fostering innovation, recognition, and best practices in the field.”
Membership Types
$350
One-Year Membership
One year/12 months of AIEA Membership from July – June.
Enjoy Member-only access to:
✓ Networking Opportunities
✓ Professional Development Opportunities
✓ Advocacy Opportunities
✓ Full access to the AIEA Member Directory
✓ Significant discounts on AIEA Programs and Events, plus Partner Events
✓ Access to Member-Only Resources, Publications, and Events
✓ Complimentary Job Postings on the AIEA Job Board
✓ Past Conference Material & Resources
Renew
$675
Two-Year Membership
Two years/24 months of AIEA Membership from July – June, for two consecutive membership years.
Enjoy Member-only access to:
✓ Networking Opportunities
✓ Professional Development Opportunities
✓ Advocacy Opportunities
✓ Full access to the AIEA Member Directory
✓ Significant discounts on AIEA Programs and Events, plus Partner Events
✓ Access to Member-Only Resources, Publications, and Events
✓ Complimentary Job Postings on the AIEA Job Board
✓ Past Conference Material & Resources
Renew
$1,000
Three-Year Membership
Three years/36 months of AIEA Membership from July – June, for three consecutive membership years.
Enjoy Member-only access to:
✓ Networking Opportunities
✓ Professional Development Opportunities
✓ Advocacy Opportunities
✓ Full access AIEA Member Directory
✓ Significant discounts on AIEA Programs and Events, plus Partner Events
✓ Access to Member-Only Resources, Publications, and Events
✓ Complimentary Job Postings on the AIEA Job Board
✓ Past Conference Material & Resources
Renew
$350
One-Year Membership
One year/12 months of AIEA Membership from July – June.
Enjoy Member-only access to:
✓ Networking Opportunities
✓ Professional Development Opportunities
✓ Advocacy Opportunities
✓ AIEA Member Directory
✓ Discounts on AIEA Programs and Events, plus Partner Events
✓ Member Only Resources and Publications
✓ Member Job Board + Complimentary Job Postings
✓ Past Conference Material & Resources
Renew
$675
Two-Year Membership
One year/12 months of AIEA Membership from July – June.
Enjoy Member-only access to:
✓ Networking Opportunities
✓ Professional Development Opportunities
✓ Advocacy Opportunities
✓ AIEA Member Directory
✓ Discounts on AIEA Programs and Events, plus Partner Events
✓ Member Only Resources and Publications
✓ Member Job Board + Complimentary Job Postings
✓ Past Conference Material & Resources
Renew
$1,000
Three-Year Membership
One year/12 months of AIEA Membership from July – June.
Enjoy Member-only access to:
✓ Networking Opportunities
✓ Professional Development Opportunities
✓ Advocacy Opportunities
✓ AIEA Member Directory
✓ Discounts on AIEA Programs and Events, plus Partner Events
✓ Member Only Resources and Publications
✓ Member Job Board + Complimentary Job Postings
✓ Past Conference Material & Resources
Renew
Renewing Your Membership
Renewing your AIEA membership is easier than ever with our new streamlined process. Current members will receive an emailed invoice for their membership renewal in mid May. This invoice can be paid conveniently through the Membership Hub or via check or wire transfer.
Once your invoice has been paid, your membership will be automatically renewed, no additional forms or steps required. Please note that your membership term will renew following the same terms as your original membership. For example, if you first joined with a 2-year membership term, your membership will renew as another 2-year membership. If you’d like to adjust your membership term length for the upcoming renewal cycle, please contact us at info@aieaworld.org.
Save 50% on your AIEA Membership
Leadership Access Discount
$350 $175 (50% savings)
AIEA is committed to expanding access to the global international education leadership community. Through the Leadership Access Discount, eligible individuals may receive 50% off the cost of membership. This discount is available to individuals in the following categories:
Community Colleges, HBCUs, and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs)
$175 (50% off)
Institutions in Low- and Lower-Middle-Income Economies, as classified by the World Bank Group
$175 (50% off)
Retired AIEA Members
$175 (50% off)
Leader +1 Campaign Nominees: First-time members nominated by an existing AIEA member as part of the Leader +1 Campaign
$175 (50% off)
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some answers to frequently asked questions about AIEA Membership. For complete details about our membership cycle, payment processes, and policies, please visit our Membership Information page.
Who Can Join AIEA?
AIEA convenes conversations around international education leadership and strategy. Anyone who wants to be a part of these conversations is welcome to join AIEA.
AIEA welcomes international education leaders from across the sector and from around the world: educational institutions, government entities, non governmental organizations, companies, and individuals. Additionally, around a quarter of our members are based outside the U.S.
AIEA will provide partial funding (50% of the member cost) to members in the following situations:
- Community colleges, HBCUs, or other MSIs
- Institutions in countries that the World Bank designates as low-income or low-middle income
- Retirees who have been AIEA members for at least 3 years prior to retirement and are not currently earning an income in international education
- AIEA Leader +1 Membership Campaign Nominees
What Makes AIEA Valuable to its Members?
AIEA nurtures international education leadership, providing a collegial network for the sharing of information, issues and ideas among senior international leaders from around the world. For information on member benefits, please visit the Member Benefits page.
Who are AIEA Members?
AIEA members are leaders in international education and global engagement. AIEA members are often leading comprehensive internationalization at their institutions, organizations, or national contexts. AIEA focuses on the strategic-level issues for administrators overseeing global engagement, and supports its members to lead confidently in an ever-changing landscape. Our members currently hail from more than 25 countries and all institutional and organizational types, including research institutions, liberal arts colleges, community colleges, HBCUs, program providers, ed-tech start ups, government, consultants, and associations.
"I am incredibly grateful that AIEA impacted my role as an SIO to be fast-tracked as a practitioner and as a leader to establish and implement strategies to engagelocal, regional, and global partners, and other phases of theinternationalisation agenda in higher education."
Wherever you are in your leadership journey, welcome home.
