Membership
Membership Information
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is the voice of the architecture profession, dedicated to serving it members, advancing their value, and improving quality of the built environment.
Since 1857, the AIA has represented the professional interest of America ’s architects. As AIA members, more than 80,00 licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners in design express their commitment to excellence and livability in our nation’s building and communities.
The AIA is a three-tiered membership organization, representing architects at the local, state, and national levels. Consequently, members residing in the U.S are members of the national, state, and local organizations of the AIA. Individuals wishing to apply for membership in the AIA may do so by completing only one application.
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.
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Should you have questions about joining or membership questions in general, please call, AIANYS at 518/449-3334. You may also email us at mbrown@aianys.org
2012 Dues Structure
The American Institute of Architects
AIA New York State
New York Local Chapters of the American Instiute of Architects
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ARCHITECT MEMBER |
ASSOCIATE MEMBER |
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MEMBER TYPEÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â DUES |
MEMBER TYPEÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â DUES |
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AIA National |
New Member |
$246.00 |
New Member |
$106.00 |
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Reinstating Member |
$246.00 |
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International |
$246.00 |
International |
$178.00 |
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Allied |
$329.00 |
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Emeritus |
$0.00 |
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AIA New York State |
1st Yr Member |
$60.00 |
1st Yr Member |
$35.00 |
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2nd Yr Member |
$85.00 |
2nd Yr Member |
$35.00 |
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3rd Yr. Member |
$85.00 |
3rd Yr. Member |
$35.00 |
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4th Yr Member |
$85.00 |
4th Yr Member |
$35.00 |
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5th Yr Member |
$85.00 |
5th Yr Member |
$35.00 |
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6th Yr Plus Member |
$140.00 |
6th Yr Plus Member |
$51.00 |
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Emeritus |
$0.00 |
International |
$51.00 |
New York Local Chapters of the AIA |
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Bronx |
Architect |
$75.00 |
Associate |
$30.00 |
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Brooklyn |
Architect |
$185.00 |
Associate |
$82.00 |
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Emeritus |
$0.00 |
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Buffalo/Western |
Architect |
$95.00 |
Associate |
$65.00 |
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Central NY |
Architect |
$120.00 |
Associate |
$65.00 |
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Emeritus -Subscriber |
$40.00 |
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Eastern NY |
Architect |
$90.00 |
Associate |
$50.00 |
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Long Island |
Architect |
$145.00 |
Associate |
$55.00 |
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New York |
1st Yr Architect |
$122.00 |
1st Yr Associate |
$85.00 |
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2nd Yr Architect |
$127.00 |
2nd Yr Associate |
$85.00 |
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3rd Yr Architect |
$174.00 |
3rd Yr Associate |
$85.00 |
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4th Yr Architect |
$234.00 |
4th Yr Associate |
$85.00 |
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5th Yr Plus |
$294.00 |
5th Yr Associate |
$85.00 |
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Architect Fellow |
$294.00 |
6th Yr Associate |
$177.00 |
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Plus Supplemental |
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7th Yr Associate |
$206.00 |
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Member Architects |
$53.00 |
8th Yr Associate |
$235.00 |
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Non-Member Arch. |
$257.00 |
9th Yr Associate |
$265.00 |
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Emeritus |
$74.00 |
10th Yr Plus Associate |
$294.00 |
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Associate Emeritus |
$ 74.00 |
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Fellow Emeritus |
$74.00 |
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International License |
$Â 85.00 |
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International |
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2nd Yr International License |
$122.00 |
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3rd Yr International License |
$122.00 |
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4th Yr International License |
$122.00 |
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5th Yr International License |
$122.00 |
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6th Yr Plus International License |
$294.00 |
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Peconic |
Architect |
$135.00 |
Associate |
$50.00 |
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Queens |
Architect |
$144.00 |
Associate |
$29.00 |
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Rochester |
Architect |
$100.00 |
Associate |
$50.00 |
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Southern NY |
Architect |
$65.00 |
Associate |
$40.00 |
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Staten Island |
Architect |
$160.00 |
Associate |
$95.00 |
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Westchester/Mid-Hudson |
Architect |
$105.00 |
Associate |
$45.00 |
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Emeritus |
$35.00 |
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Member Categories
AIA Membership Dues Payment Plan Overview
Architect Member (AIA)
Individuals licensed to practice architecture in U.S. State or Territory.
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International Associate Architect Member (Int'l Assoc. AIA)
Individuals who have an architectural license or equivalent from a non-U.S. licensing authority.
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Associate Members (Assoc. AIA)
Assoc. AIA is open to individuals who meet one of the following criteria:
- Recent Graduate with a degree in architecture (please see Graduate Membership)
- Currently enrolled in the Intern Development Program (IDP) and working towards licensure, or
- Currently work under the supervision of an architect or hold a degree in architecture, or
- Faculty member in a university program in architecture.
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Recent Graduates
National Component Offers Complimentary Membership
The AIA national component extends a special offer to individuals who have graduated with a degree in Architecture from an accredited school of Architecture.
Eligible individuals must provide a copy of their diploma.
This offer provides qualified individuals up to 18 months of free membership in The American Institute of Architects ending on 12/31 of the following year of graduation. The AIA is a three-tiered organization (members belonging at all levels). The complimentary membership is not offered at all local and state chapters. For complete details regarding New York, please call 518/449-3334.
Recent Graduate Information
Emeritus Members
Are you a retired architect who has been a member of the AIA for 15 successive years and are 70 years of age? Or, are you 65 years of age and fully retired? Then this membership category is right for you. You will still receive the same benefits as an architect member, but will now have an emeritus status, without the customary membership fees.
The single source dues invoices for all three levels (National, State, and Local) dues will be mailed by AIA in December. AIA dues are payable on or before January 15. Members who have not paid AIA dues by February 28 shall be in default and shall be so notified. Members still in default as of March 31 shall be terminated retroactive to January 1 of that year.
Below you will find forms to change or upgrade your membership, pay your dues online as well as update your membership profile.
Renew Your Membership Today
Renewing your AIA membership has never been easier. You can pay your dues online, and you will receive a confirmation of your payment via e-mail after you complete the transaction. You can also print a copy of your invoice should you choose to send your payment by mail or fax.
Click here to pay your dues online
Transfer Your Membership
By completing this form, and with the approval of AIA components involved, a member in good standing will be assigned to a new chapter and, if applicable, to a new state organization. Members may request a transfer of membership to another chapter at any time as long as their residence or place of business is within the territory of the new chapter.
Member Transfer Request Form(PDF)
Upgrade Your Membership
If you have recently become a licensed architect and would like to change your membership status from Assoc. AIA to AIA. please use the following application form.
Member Upgrade Form (PDF)
Is Your AIA Membership Information Up to Date?
It’s important that your AIA membership profile is accurate and up to date.
Click Here to Update Your Membership
AIA New York State Allied Member
Allied Membership allows corporations and individuals not otherwise
eligible for AIANYS membership to participate in some of the services that we provide.
AIANYS Allied Membership Application
