Membership
Interested in becoming a member of the NCSA?
The objectives of the NCSA are to further the development of sociology as a scientific and scholarly discipline through stimulation and promotion of:
- social scientific research in its defined subject matter areas;
- the widest possible and feasible utilization of the knowledge of sociologists and the findings of sociological research by public and private agencies in all relevant social policy issues;
- effective teaching of relevant subject matter at all educational levels;
- cooperative relations among persons and organizations engaged in the scientific study of society;
- any and all such other acts that may be deemed conductive to these ends.
Membership in the NCSA shall be open to all persons subscribing to its objectives that are pursuing or have been awarded a degree in sociology or a closely related field from accredited academic institutions. Individuals from all levels of secondary education as well as those now participating outside of the academy are always welcome.
Persons with other relevant backgrounds may also become members if they present evidence of professional competency and commitment to the field of sociology.
2027 Membership Dues
Sustaining $80
A sustaining member of the NCSA is someone who contributes to the long term viability of the organization and invests in the next generation of sociological scholars in the region. The funds received, beyond those that cover the individual’s membership, will be divided equally between supporting our awards and helping to keep the costs of participation low and accessible to students and junior scholars.
Professional $50
A professional member is someone who is a faculty member at a 2 or 4 year institution OR someone who works in a non-academic setting and considers themselves an applied, clinical, or practicing sociologist.
Retired Faculty $25
A faculty member who has retired from education or serves as an emeritus faculty at an institution.
Graduate Student $25
A student working through a Master’s, Doctoral, or Post-Doctoral program.
Undergraduate Student $25
A student working through a Bachelor’s or Associate degree program.
Lifetime Memberships are a $1,000 one time fee for any member type.
The portal to join or renew for the 2026 member year will open at a later date. We appreciate your patience.
Plan at attending the 2027 Annual Conference?
Don’t pay twice. Pay membership and conferences fees together!
Conference registration fees INCLUDE membership dues.
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Membership Questions?
Contact NCSA Treasurer
Anjel Stough-Hunter
updated June 2026