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Join NAAN as a School-Based Professional Member

Advance Your Professional Impact Across North America's Admissions Community.

Designed exclusively for professionals employed by accredited educational institutions, including school-based counsellors, admissions professionals, educators, academic advisors, student success professionals and school-based coaches. Independent educational consultants are not eligible for this membership.

Become part of a year-round community connecting universities, colleges, polytechnics, independent schools, boarding schools, admissions professionals, students, families and educational organizations.

Registration Process

Step 1: Select Membership
Step 2: Professional Information
Step 3: Review Application
Step 4: Payment
Step 5: Membership Activation

Select membership level

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The NAAN Professional Experience

Learn
Access admissions resources, professional development, webinars, research, publications and educational programming.

Connect
Build relationships with admissions leaders, school-based professionals and participating educational institutions.

Participate
Take part in webinars, conferences, institutional presentations, NAAN Signature Programs and eligible educational initiatives. Some signature programs and conferences require separate registration or event fees.

Grow
Expand your professional network, share expertise, build visibility and contribute to the North American admissions community.

Why School-Based Professionals Join NAAN

  • Network with admissions professionals across North America.
  • Learn directly from educational leaders and admissions experts.
  • Engage with participating universities, colleges and schools.
  • Access professional development resources and admissions publications.
  • Share expertise through articles, webinars, speaking opportunities and member initiatives.
  • Become part of a trusted North American admissions community.

Compare Membership Levels

Membership Benefit Professional
 Professional Plus
Annual Membership US$495 US$995
Recognition as a NAAN Professional Member ✓ ✓
Professional Directory Profile Standard Profile Enhanced Featured Profile
Professional Networking Community ✓ ✓
Admissions Resource Library ✓ ✓
Professional Development Webinars ✓ ✓
Engagement with Educational Institutions Eligible institutional presentations, webinars and educational programming Everything in Professional plus expanded institutional engagement opportunities
Connection with Admissions Professionals Admissions webinars, panels and networking Expanded admissions programming and leadership opportunities
Professional Collaboration Eligible initiatives and working groups Expanded collaboration, committees and leadership initiatives where applicable
Educational Articles — Eligible to Submit
Speaking Opportunities — Priority Consideration
Professional Spotlight — Eligible
Thought Leadership Access publications and resources Article submissions, webinar/panel opportunities and Professional Spotlight
Preferred Member Pricing ✓ ✓
Membership Support Email Priority Email

How Membership Levels Progress

Both membership levels include access to the NAAN professional community. Professional Plus expands opportunities for visibility, collaboration, leadership, educational programming, institutional engagement and professional recognition. Participation is subject to program availability and eligibility.

Engage with Educational Institutions
Participate in eligible webinars, institutional presentations, conferences and educational initiatives featuring universities, colleges, polytechnics and schools.

Connect with Admissions Professionals
Build relationships with admissions leaders through networking, webinars, educational programming and NAAN initiatives.

Professional Development
Access publications, research, admissions guides, webinar recordings and best practices.

Thought Leadership
Professional Plus members may submit educational articles and receive priority consideration for webinar presentations, panel discussions, speaking opportunities and Professional Spotlight features.

Professional Recognition
Professional Plus members may be recognized through Professional Spotlight initiatives highlighting leadership and contributions.

Exclusive Member Opportunities
As a NAAN member, you'll receive priority access, member communications and opportunities to participate in eligible NAAN initiatives throughout the year, including:

  • US College Expo
  • Canadian University Expo
  • Admissions Summit
  • Educational Webinars
  • Professional Networking Events
  • Institutional Presentations
  • Resource Library
  • Professional Spotlight

Some NAAN Signature Programs, conferences and special events are offered separately and may require registration or applicable event fees. Member pricing or priority registration may be available where applicable.

Choose Your Membership

Professional — US$495
Ideal for school-based professionals seeking networking, professional development and year-round engagement.

Professional Plus — US$995
Includes everything in Professional plus an enhanced profile, article submission eligibility, Professional Spotlight opportunities, priority speaking consideration and expanded engagement opportunities.

Questions About Professional Membership?

Contact the NAAN Membership Team regarding eligibility, benefits and participation.

Lead. Collaborate. Inspire.
Join a growing community of school-based professionals committed to advancing educational access, strengthening admissions practices and building meaningful relationships across North America.