About Membership
AIRC: The Association of International Enrollment Management is a dynamic network of U.S. secondary and post- secondary institutions, service providers, non-U.S. institutions, and student recruitment agencies that are committed to the professionalism of international student recruitment and best practices. Recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission as a standards development organization (SDO), AIRC is the only membership association exclusively focused on international student enrollment. AIRC provides market intelligence and analytics, agent certification, an annual conference, cutting-edge webinars, a robust resource library, a professional certificate course, and member-exclusive benefits.
Membership BENEFITS
Professional Development
- Opportunities to serve on AIRC’s Board of Directors, Certification Commission, and working groups and committees.
- Discounts on training courses, including the International Student Recruitment and Enrollment Planning (ISREP) professional certification.
- Access to the Online Workshop on U.S. Education for Agency Counselors.
- Unlimited access to private webinars and online content.
International Enrollment Management Resources
- Access to the resource library (sample contracts, case studies, best practices, articulation agreements, etc.).
- Opportunity to apply for The Sir Cyril Taylor Memorial Scholarship for Study in the US, which awards scholarships to U.S. institutions for enrolling disadvantaged students from the UK.
- Participation in AIRC's advocacy efforts.
- Learning from industry leaders about trends and best practices in International Enrollment Management through virtual and in-person events.
- Contribution to the development of Standards and Guidelines for International Enrollment Management.
Conferences and Events
- Discounted registration for the Annual Conference, a key event for professionals in International Enrollment Management.
- Discounted registration for the Spring Symposium.
- In-person networking opportunities to expand international student recruitment partnerships.
- Opportunity to exhibit with AIRC at NAFSA with discounted rates on exhibit tables and sponsorships.
Networking and Partnerships
- Institution/organization name listed on the AIRC Members website and online directory.
- Attendance at AIRC's in-personal and virtual events to network with IEM professionals and prospective partners.
- Recognition among secondary and higher education institutions as meeting AIRC's Certification Standards (for AIRC Certified agencies).
- Opportunity to shape the International Enrollment Management field alongside industry leaders.
AIRC MEMBER TYPES
AIRC memberships are organizational, except individual memberships. If you are employed by an AIRC member organization, you can access AIRC member benefits. Membership runs from July 1 to June 30th each year. View AIRC organizational member types below.
AGENCY MEMBERSHIP
ANNUAL FEE OF $2,500
Educational agencies with international or domestic headquarters may become AIRC members after successfully completing AIRC’s Certification Process. For the purposes of AIRC membership and certification, an education agency is a contracted representative that provides student counseling, recruitment, and/or enrollment services; and receives incentive compensation or commission from institutions for the successful placement of international students. Education agency businesses can include individuals, organizations, companies, or associations.
COST: Upon the awarding of AIRC Certification, agencies pay an annual member fee of $2500. The
certification process involves separate costs.
INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
ANNUAL FEE OF $800
Institutions include degree-granting secondary or postsecondary institutions holding US regional or national accreditation or (for non-US institutions) the relevant and appropriate comparable recognition.
COST: As of July 1, 2025, the annual membership fee for institutions will be $800 USD per year. If you join between March 1, 2025 and July 1, 2025, your prorated membership fee for will be $300 (for institutions with less than 10,000 FTE) or $550 (for institutions with more than 10,000 FTE) and will renew at $800 for the upcoming membership year. Contact memberservices@airc-education.org for more information.
SERVICE PROVIDER MEMBERSHIP
ANNUAL FEE OF $1,500
For the purposes of AIRC membership, a service provider is a for-profit or non-profit entity that offers products and services that support institutions, students, or companies in their international enrollment management operations. These entities provide services that assist with international student enrollment but do not directly recruit or counsel international students. Service Providers can include individuals, organizations, companies, or associations.
Examples of Service Providers include: Foreign language testing platform, foreign language support or tutoring, financial services platform, international student insurance, peer-to-peer edtech platform, foreign credential evaluator, in-country logistics or tour/fair provider, visa/employment support, technology support, or stand-alone legal/immigration support.
COST: COST: As of July 1, 2025, the annual membership fee for service providers will be $1,500 USD per year. If you join between March 1, 2025 and July 1, 2025, your prorated membership fee for will be between $250-$1,000 based on your organization's annual revenue and will renew at $1,500 for the upcoming membership year. Contact memberservices@airc-education.org for more information.
INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP
ANNUAL FEE OF $500
Individuals who are unaffiliated with academic institutions, education agencies, or support organizations may join AIRC as an individual member. AIRC individual membership is limited to those who are self-employed or retired, or international education consultants who do not recruit students directly and do not have staff or a consulting team.
COST: As of July 1, 2025, the annual membership fee for individuals will be $500 USD per year. If you join between March 1, 2025 and July 1, 2025, your prorated membership fee for will be $200 and will renew at $500 for the upcoming membership year. Contact memberservices@airc-education.org for more information.
Membership Pathway Grant
Purpose
The Membership Pathway Grant reflects AIRC’s commitment to diversifying its member community by making membership more accessible to less-resourced institutions and organizations. Grant awards are intended to assist institutions and organizations by providing a bridge to new or sustaining membership in AIRC. AIRC anticipates that grant awardees will be able to sustain membership in AIRC in the future without a Membership Pathway Grant.
New Members
Applicants for AIRC membership may submit a grant application at the time of membership application. For the grant application to be considered, a membership application must be submitted simultaneously. You may select "Pay Later" on the membership application to receive an invoice with your grant discounted applied, if approved.
Please note the following AIRC annual membership fees:
- Institutional Member Fee: $800
- AIRC Certified Agency Member Fee: $2,500
- Service Provider Member Fee: $1,500
Renewing Members
Renewing AIRC members must apply for the grant during the membership renewal period.
Selection
Since a limited amount of funding is available, application early in the membership year is recommended. The AIRC membership year starts on July 1. Successful grant applicants will be able to demonstrate: 1) financial need; 2) the value that AIRC membership will provide to their organization; 3) how the organization plans to sustain AIRC membership in the future. Priority will be given to institutions and organizations with demonstrated need, including but not limited to Minority Serving Institutions and international organizations located in countries classified as middle- or low-income economies.
Grant Awards
Grants will be awarded by reducing the cost of membership by 20 - 40% of the annual membership fee fee. The term of the grant award is one year. Awardees may apply on a year-to-year basis up to a maximum of three years.
Please contact
memberservices@airc-education.org with any questions.