Membership FAQs

***IMPORTANT***
NSBE Membership is active from July 31 to Aug. 1 annually. Once you pay your annual dues, your membership will carry over through July 2025.

New NSBE Members

I am new. How do I go about joining NSBE?
  1. Navigate to nsbe.org.
  2. In the top-right corner of your screen, click “Join NSBE”.
  3. Proceed with creating your account.
  4. Select your membership type when prompted.
  5. All new members should select their chapter from the dropdown menu when prompted. If you have not connected with a chapter just yet, please select “Member-at-large” under your region.
  6. Follow the prompts.
  7. Submit.
Where can I find my membership ID number?

Your member ID number is listed under the “Basic Info” section of your individual profile. Upon logging in, you may be taken to a blank screen with “Events” displayed as the header. Select the profile icon in the top-right corner of your screen to be redirected to your dashboard, where the ID number will be displayed on the first line of the page.

Membership Renewal

How can I renew my membership?
  1. Navigate to nsbe.org.
  2. Click the “” icon  at the top-right of your screen.
  3. Once you’ve reached your account homepage, select the “Renew” button at the top of your screen.
  4. Select a membership item you would like to renew on the next page.
  5. Update your personal information if needed.
  6. Follow the prompts.
  7. Verify the items in your cart for accuracy. If you selected the wrong membership type, please go back and make your changes as needed before completing payment. Membership payments are non-refundable.
  8. Submit.
I attempted to renew my membership as a Collegiate member but was automatically upgraded to a Professional membership. Please let me know how this can be updated.

If you are a collegiate member who tried to renew your membership which automatically upgraded to Professional membership, you did not update your anticipated graduation date. Please update this information before you request to be reverted to a Collegiate member.

Can I purchase a membership subscription for multiple years at a time?

This is not permitted, as we only allow members to purchase a subscription one year at a time.

Chapter Officers/Advisors

How do I delegate my chapter officers?

Only the chapter advisors, and Collegiate and Professional chapter presidents, have this enabled feature. Once you access the “My Chapters” tab at the top of your screen, select “Manage Officers” on the next page. The option labeled “Manage Positions” will also allow you to delegate e-board positions.

How do I register as a chapter senator/delegate?

Your chapter president or advisor will create a profile naming you as a senator/delegate position. You should then be able to register as a senator/delegate.

How do I verify GPAs as an advisor?

How to Self-Report a GPA (for members who need approval)

  1. Login to your NSBE account.
  2. Scroll down to “Additional Information”.
  3. Under “Self-Report GPA”, click “Change”.
  4. Enter a value.
  5. Submit. 

How to Approve GPAs as an Advisor

  1. Log Into the My NSBE Portal.
  2. Select “My Chapters” at the top.
  3. Select “Approve GPAs”.
  4. Select the pencil icon.
  5. Enter the approved GPA.
  6. Select “Save”.
How can we add members to our chapter who are not showing up in MyNSBE?

NSBE Jr. advisors, collegiate advisors, Collegiate e-board members and Professional e-board members have an enabled feature to add/remove members via the chapter portal. If you do not see the information yourself, one of your fellow e-board members or advisors can add you to the chapter.

  1. Login to your account.
  2. Select “My Chapters” at the top of your screen.
  3. Select “My Chapters” on the next page and the name of the chapter at the center of your screen.
  4. Click the blue “Add” button on the right side of your screen, and select a chapter position (if applicable).
  5. Click “Remove” to select members who are not a part of your chapter.
  6. Follow the prompts to complete the process.

Academic Pyramid of Excellence Designation (APEx)

I am not seeing the correct rates when attempting to register for the Fall Regional Conference (FRC) or Annual Convention.
Your APEx status must be verified every year. Before proceeding, please verify that you renewed/activated your membership for the year. Also, verify that you have been delegated to your position if you are a chapter officer. If you are APEx (Academic Pyramid of Excellence), please coordinate with your chapter advisor or the Scholarships Department (scholarships@nsbe.org) to verify your GPA. GPAs must be verified each semester.

GPA Verification Form submission deadline to WHQ, February 14, 2025 4:59 PM EST. GPA Verification Forms submitted after this deadline WILL NOT be accepted

NSBE Jr. Membership

How do I register a group for membership?

Please follow this link to submit your bulk membership form.

I am a NSBE Jr. advisor. Do I need to pay the $5 NSBE Jr. membership fee?

Chapter advisors are NOT required to register for membership. However, if you believe that registering for membership aligns with your goals and interests, please pay the $50 Professional Membership fee. If you pay for a NSBE Jr. Membership fee as a chapter advisor, the subscription will be canceled but not refunded, with no exceptions.

What is the process for chartering a NSBE Jr. chapter in my area?

Before you can charter a NSBE Jr. chapter, a mandatory background check is required of all adults who will be interacting with students aged 18 and under for 24 hours or more. Application information can be provided by request. Please email membership@nsbe.org for support.

International Membership

How do I obtain a membership certificate?

Unfortunately, we do not provide membership certificates. We do provide proof-of-membership letters, which can be requested if you are completing an application for a scholarship, visa or passport. Please email membership@nsbe.org for support.

Lifetime Membership

I am interested in Lifetime Membership, but I do not see an option to pay.

We are experiencing a glitch with the Lifetime Membership payment options. If you are interested in Lifetime Membership, please send an email to membership@nsbe.org with your name, email address and the membership ID associated with your account (if applicable). Please also indicate whether you’d prefer to pay for your membership in full or initiate monthly installments. Once these details have been gathered, we will apply an invoice to your account.