Become a member of the American Institute of Architects

When asked a simple question, “Why are you an AIA member?” we discovered that there are more than 86,000 possible answers. We invite you to hear a few and join our vibrant community of licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners in design.

You, too, will discover that membership in the AIA offers a vast pool of resources to help you compete in today's market and keeps you informed of critical professional issues that may challenge your success.

Joining Is Easy
Become an AIA member today. Joining is easy. Decide which membership category is appropriate for you and then join online using our new secure application process. Or, if you prefer, download the application, complete it, and send it to us.
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Choose Your Membership Category
Architect Member (AIA)
Individuals licensed to practice architecture in a U.S. state or territory.

Associate Member (Assoc. AIA)
Assoc. AIA is open to individuals who meet one of the following criteria:

• Recent graduate with a degree in architecture
• Currently enrolled in the Intern Development Program (IDP) and working toward licensure
• Currently work under the supervision of an architect or hold a degree in architecture
• Faculty member in a university program in architecture

International Associate Member (Int'l Assoc. AIA)
Individuals who have an architecture license or equivalent from a non-U.S. licensing authority.

Allied Individual Member
Individuals who do not hold a degree in architecture but share a special interest in the built environment as a professional colleague or enthusiast.

Cornerstone Partner
A special partnership is available for those companies that are either a building product manufacturer, service provider to architects, or trade association.