Category
Eligibility
Rate
Voting Members (All Countries)
Regular
Active interest in education research; professional training to at least the master's degree level or equivalent.
$280/year
Early Career
Completed a doctorate in 2024 or 2025.
$180/year
Retired
Meets Regular eligibility, plus: age 65+, retired from primary employment, and not otherwise engaged in paid full-time work. Online enrollment only (except disability).
Graduate Student
Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program (doctoral or master's). Limited to 8 years.
$80/year
Non-Voting Affiliate Members
Affiliate
Interested in education research; not eligible for or not seeking Regular membership.
Student Affiliate
High school or undergraduate student, endorsed by a voting faculty member. Not eligible if employed full-time. Limited to 5 years.
$45/year
International Affiliate
Resides in and is a citizen of a country other than the United States.
$240/year
International Affiliate, Low-Income Countries
Resides in and is a citizen of a country the World Bank defines as a Low-Income Economy.
$90/year
Membership is based on a calendar year (January – December). Dues are non-refundable. Questions: members@aera.net or (202) 238-3200.