Membership FAQ
We understand you might have a lot of questions about becoming a PRSSA member but we’ve got answers. National memberships through PRSSA are good for one calendar year and give you access to chapter and national conferences, meetings and resources. Once you graduate, PRSSA membership entitles you to a significantly reduced rate on a professional membership for two years.
How do I register to become a member?
IMPORTANT UPDATE: For the 2026-27 academic year, membership is a two-step process. First, you will fill out the PRSSA application (via Google doc) and next you will pay your annual dues of $60 to the UGA Tate Center Business Office through our designated link: https://ugapac.evenue.net/item/TATE2627/MEMPRSSA. Until you complete BOTH STEPS, you are not a registered member of our UGA PRSSA chapter so please make sure you do both. The deadline to submit dues is October 9th at 11:59 p.m.
Why should I join UGA PRSSA?
As the largest student chapter in the world, the benefits are numerous. We have valuable speakers lined up for the fall and spring semesters, each one bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience. After the membership deadline, access is limited to paid members only – as it access to our UGA PRSSA listserv with internship and job postings, our membership GroupMe, opportunities for agency tours and departmental on-site visits to places like Coca Cola, Delta Air Lines and UPS. As a paid member, you also have the opportunity to join a committee, apply for leadership positions and exec roles, and network with like-minded peers.
As a national PRSSA member, you can use the PRSA Jobcenter and PRSSA Internship Center to find public relations employment opportunities all over the world. You also may join PRSA for just $60 a year as an Associate Member when you graduate, connecting you to 110 Chapters, 16 Professional Interest Sections and industry resources.
How long is my membership valid?
Your membership is valid for one calendar year so if you join in the Fall of 2026 it will be valid through the Fall of 2027.
Can I join anytime during the year?
No. The National PRSSA organization only offers membership enrollment twice a year (fall and spring).
