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What do you get with the student membership?

 

When you sign up for the student membership, you get everything a full professional member gets – no shortcuts here! That means access to ARMA’s mentorship program, where you can connect with industry pros, get career advice, and start building your network right away. You’ll also have the chance to join a local chapter. Many chapters offer free memberships; others might charge a small fee, but the value of making real-world connections is totally worth it.

Who qualifies for the student discount?

 

You’re eligible for the student discount if you’re a full-time college or university student, working on an undergrad or grad degree.

The great news? You don’t need to upload enrollment documents when signing up. Just keep in mind that ARMA does random checks, so hold onto that proof of enrollment in case we ask. If ARMA can’t verify your full-time status, you’ll need to cover the difference between the discounted and regular membership rate.

Should I join a chapter?

 

Absolutely! ARMA has over 75 chapters where you can connect with people who share your career interests. Think of it like a backstage pass to networking and local learning events. Chapters are a great way to build your skills, find your future mentors, and get closer to landing that dream job in information management or governance. You’ll gain friends, knowledge, and connections – all of which will help get your career rolling. Why wait?

 

Check here for a full listing of ARMA Chapters. Select ARMA Chapters also offer free student memberships. Read below for directions on how to join a free chapter; the process is different from our typical one.

How do I join ARMA International with a student membership?

 

Joining ARMA International as a student is super easy, it’s also super affordable. Here's how you can do it!

 

Step 1 – Decide if you want to join a chapter
A chapter is like your local squad of ARMA members. Some chapters are free, while others charge a small fee. If you’re joining a chapter, check if there are any dues required before you sign up.

 

Step 2 – Follow the process that fits your choice

 

Option A: Joining without a chapter

  • Choose Professional membership during the signup process and select "Yes" for Are You A Student? Enter the year you are in.  Click Next
  • Select the Student Membership Option.  Click Review & Checkout.
  • Your cost will be just $25!
  • If you don't have an ARMA Account, you will be prompted to create one at checkout.

Option B: Joining with a chapter

  • Follow the process above.
  • Select the chapters you would like to join.
  • You’ll pay $25 for the Professional membership, plus any additional chapter dues based on what your chosen chapter requires.

Option C: Joining a chapter that offers a free Student membership option

  • Follow the process above to join as a Student.
  • To officially join your free chapter, contact ARMA staff at armaservice@armaintl.org. ARMA staff will review and manually add you to the chapter since free chapter memberships can’t be processed online.

And that’s it! Whether you go solo or team up with a chapter, you’re about to unlock major benefits for your future career! Grab that student discount and get started with ARMA!