Become a member

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is the voice of the architectural profession, dedicated to serving its members, advancing their value, and improving the quality of the built environment.

Since 1857, the AIA has represented the professional interests of America's architects. As AIA members, more than 80,000 licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners in designing express their commitment to excellence and livability in our nation's buildings and communities.

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. We invite you to become a member today. Please select your membership category from among the following descriptions.

Levels of Membership:

Architect Member (AIA)
Individuals licensed to practice architecture in U.S. State or Territory. Learn More!

Annual Dues:  AIA Richmond - $75.00, VSAIA - $289.00, Institute

Note:  Institute dues will be reduced as noted on the form for members joining after the first quarter of a calendar year.  For Richmond and VSAIA; dues will be reduced 25% in second quarter, and 50% for new members joining in the second half of the same calendar year.

Associate Member (Assoc. AIA)
Assoc. AIA is open to individuals who meet one of the following criteria: Learn More!

Annual Dues:  AIA Richmond - $75, VSAIA - $102, Institute

Note:  Institute dues will be reduced as noted on the form for members joining after the first quarter of a calendar year.  For Richmond and VSAIA; dues will be reduced 25% in second quarter, and 50% for new members joining in the second half of the same calendar year.

• Recent graduate with a degree in architecture, or
• 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.

International Associate Architect Member (Int'l Assoc. AIA)
Individuals who have an architecture license or equivalent from a non-U.S. Licensing authority. Learn More!

Allied Member (Allied Member, AIA)
Individuals who do not hold a degree in architecture but share a special interest in the built environment as a product manufacturer’s representative, professional colleague or enthusiast. Learn More!

Annual Dues:  AIA Richmond - $200.00