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Memberships lapse immediately after the new year begins.

FACT
Membership officially lapses on March 31, 2017. Have you renewed yours yet? Click here to renew online today!


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Dues for newly licensed members are soul-crushingly expensive.


FACT
Renew as an Architect after the first or second year of becoming licensed and you will receive a special membership dues discount. The "stepped dues" program allows recently licensed members to ease into the full dues payment over a three-year period while they begin their careers. Click here for information.
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Members are charged "back dues" for years they are not members if they let their membership lapse.
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Back dues don't exist. While you shouldn't let your membership lapse, there is no back payment charged for the years in which you are not a member. If you are experiencing financial hardship, please contact AIA Philadelphia to discuss a payment plan. Click here for more information about dues installment plans .
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Recent graduates are expected to pay the full AIA dues right out of school.
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Graduates of accredited schools of architecture receive complimentary membership with the AIA at the Associate level for up to 18 months after graduation. Non-NAAB Degree Holders or Individuals Enrolled in an IDP Program Working under an Architect's Supervision may also be eligible for Up to 18 months complimentary membership. Click here for more information.

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M y membership dues are tax deductible.

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Dues payments, contributions or gifts to the American Institute of Architects and its chapters are not tax deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. However, subject to restrictions imposed by federal law, they may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses. For the portion that is not allocable to lobbying and therefore may be tax deductible, see the front of the invoice. Please consult a tax professional to determine the appropriate tax treatment of your dues.
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There is a cost to join AIA Philadelphia committees.

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AIA Philadelphia is home to over 20 active and enthusiastic committees, which is just one of the many benefits of your membership with our chapter. Are you interested in Housing? What about Preservation or the Environment? There's a committee for that! Email Julianne Foley at juli@aiaphila.org to find out more about committee involvement.