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Registration FAQs

How do I register for the 2025 Annual Convention?
Who do I contact if I have registration issues?
What is included in the registration fee?
  • Motivating and informative opening, general and closing sessions
  • Access to NSBE Business – Regional and National Elections
  • Curated personal and professional development opportunities
  • Access to our flagship career fair
  • Networking opportunities at our events
  • Ability to view and participate in our competitions
  • Events requiring advance registration are listed in the registration process.
Where do I list my dietary restrictions?
You will provide your dietary restrictions during the registration process.
I registered for convention before my membership, APEx, Chapter Executive Officer (CEO), Senator or Delegate status was confirmed. Can I get a refund for the difference in registration fee?
  • NSBE will not offer refunds to individuals who register first, then purchase a membership, and then request an adjusted registration rate. To receive the discounted rate, membership must be purchased before registering for the 2025 Annual Convention. 
  • Your registration fee is based on your current membership status (at the time of registration.). Once registration payment is completed, we will be unable to process refunds based on any modifications to your status. This may include changes to an individual’s membership and/or GPA verification. For information about how to verify your GPA prior to registering, contact scholarships@nsbe.org.
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.

What positions qualify for the Chapter Executive Officer rate?
The below positions qualify for the Chapter Executive Officer(CEO) rate:
  • President
  • Vice President
  • Secretary
  • Treasurer
  • Programs Chair
How do I register for the Chapter Executive Officer rate?
What methods of payment are accepted?

You may complete your online registration with the following payment methods: American Express, MasterCard, and Visa. The billing address for the credit card must match the member’s address in their NSBE profile. If the address is correct and you receive an error message, email accounting@nsbe.org for assistance.

We do not accept cash, money orders, purchase orders or checks (personal or cashiers)

As a NSBE member, how do I ensure that I receive my discounted rate?
Your registration fee is based on your current membership status(*at the time of registration). Once registration payment is completed, we will be unable to process refunds based on any modifications to your status. This may include changes to an individual’s membership and/or GPA verification. If you are unsure if your GPA has been verified or have or need information about how to verify your GPA prior to registering, contact scholarships@nsbe.org.
What is the refund and cancellation policy for the 2025 Annual Convention?
  • Refund Request: Anyone who has registered and paid for The 2025 Annual Convention is eligible for a refund up to the amount that was paid under the following criteria:
    • A minimum of 45 days before the first day of the event for a full refund. Deadline: January 19, 2025
    • A minimum of 30 days before the first day of the event for a 75% refund. Deadline: February 3, 2025
    • A minimum of 15 days before the first day of the event for a 50% refund. Deadline: February 18, 2025
      • Requests submitted less than 15 days before the first day of the event will not be refunded. Instead, the funds will only be eligible for a NSBE credit or to be transferred to another individual.
  • Credit Request: Anyone who has registered and paid for any Event or Program is eligible for NSBE credit up to the amount that was paid, under the following criteria:
    • The burden of proof is the responsibility of the participant. The authorizer of the event determines what acceptable documentation would be required on a case-by-case basis.
    • The request must be reviewed within seven (7) days after the event’s last day.
    • Requests submitted more than seven (7) days after the event’s last day are ineligible for NSBE credit. NSBE credit issued to an account is valid for twelve (12) months from the date issued. It can be used for any NSBE Event/Program.
  • Transfer Request: Anyone who has registered and paid for the 2025 Annual Convention can transfer their registration to another attendee. Note – If the amount paid is less than the registration fee for the transferred individual, they must pay the difference. Transfer request deadline: DATE.
    All attendees must agree to NSBE Convention Policies. Contact membership@nsbe.org if you have questions.
    Requests for cancellations, refunds and transfers should be emailed to nsbe@conferencedirect.com or membership@nsbe.org
Can I register onsite?
  • We highly encourage attendees to register before the 2025 Annual Convention. However, if necessary, onsite registration will be available. Payment can only be made with a credit or debit card; no cash or checks will be accepted onsite.
What is the NSBE Jr./PCI Group Registration process?
  • Please see the Group Registration Form Process below
    • During Step 4, in the registration process (labeled “Additional Registrants”) Please add how may attendees under the age of 17 you will be adding to your registration
      • There is a mandatory 6:1 chaperone to student ratio for NSBE Jr. chapters. Please register all chaperones first for proper registration allotment.
    • The Registration Verification page will prompt you to review all your information including the balance owed for each attendee. Please ensure that all details provided are accurate before making a transaction. When you are finished, continue to step 8 for payment.
      Note: allow 3-5 business days for your group registration request to be processed.
What is the APEx verification process?
  • Collegiate/Graduate Student Members
    • Members will self-report their GPA on their MyNSBE profile. All members must complete a GPA Verification Form, have it signed by a university advisor or counselor, or an official from the registrar’s office, and email it to scholarships@nsbe.org. This form MUST be signed by the Office of the Registrar or a university advisor.
    • NSBE World Headquarters (WHQ) no longer accepts emailed transcripts, mailed transcripts, unofficial transcripts, or unsigned GPA Verification forms.
    •  The deadline for submitting GPA Verification Forms to WHQ is February 14, 2024, at 4:59 PM EST. GPA Verification Forms submitted after this deadline WILLNOT be accepted.
  • NSBE Jr. Members
    • Members will self-report their GPA on their MyNSBE profile. All members must complete a GPA Verification Form, have it signed by a chapter advisor or high school counselor and e-mail it to scholarships@nsbe.org. This form MUST be signed by a chapter advisor or high school counselor for verification. 
    • NSBE World Headquarters (WHQ) no longer accepts emailed transcripts, mailed transcripts, unofficial transcripts or unsigned GPA Verification forms.
    • The deadline for submitting GPA Verification Forms to WHQ is February 14, 2024, at 4:59 PM EST. GPA Verification Forms submitted after this deadline WILL NOT be accepted.
  • **APEx members must verify their GPA before registering for the Convention. Refunds WILL NOT be given after the registration type has been confirmed and paid for. **
What is the NSBE Code of Conduct?
  • NSBE is dedicated to the academic, professional, and cultural development of our students and professional members, as well as the development of ethically sensitive and responsible persons. It seeks to achieve these goals through sound academic and professional programming and through regulations and policies governing conduct that encourages independence, maturity and respect for the rights and viewpoints of others.
  • Conduct at non-Society sponsored activities is viewed as the members’ personal business. Conduct at Society-sponsored events is expected to be in accordance with this Member Code of Conduct (hereafter referred to as “the Code”). The Society reserves the right to impose disciplinary sanctions or take other appropriate action when conduct is not in accordance with the Code. This Code is in effect for all chapters, regional, and national Society activities. To view the NSBE Code of Conduct, click here.
I am an exhibitor or sponsor. Can I register on this site?
No. All Exhibitors and sponsors will be emailed an invitation to register. That email will contain a link to register. For more information, please contact your company’s main point of contact.
I am a member and an exhibitor/sponsor. Should I register through this site?

No. Only registrants with an exhibitor/sponsor badge can access exhibitor/sponsor benefits.

Are there discounts or group rates for student chapters?
There are discounts if you are Chapter Executive Officer, APEx, or a Senator. Other than that, there are no additional discounts.
If funding through Chapter Relief becomes available, when can we expect announcements?
  • The Regions and the National Executive Board have their own individual communication channels. Please reach out to your regional membership chair for support in connection with your Region to see what kind of support they can offer.
  • All National communication will be shared via email and on our media platforms.
  • Any announcements coming out will likely be after Thanksgiving and after the holidays.