Through professional interest sections, professional development programs, publications, and advocacy efforts, TESOL enables thousands of educators, researchers, and administrators worldwide to become more effective, more knowledgeable, and more skilled and to have a voice in shaping policies that affect their work. Join TESOL.
Participate in TESOL. Be part of a global and collaborative community committed to creating a world of opportunity through teaching English to speakers of other languages.
Be part of a dynamic community . . .
All connecting with and inspiring each other to achieve the highest standards of excellence.
Membership in TESOL is open to anyone involved in the ESL/EFL field. Whether you are a teacher, student, teacher educator, administrator, researcher, author, materials writer, or curriculum developer, there is a place for you in TESOL. You are sure to find a membership type that’s right for you.
Membership in TESOL opens up a world of opportunity
Whatever your area of expertise, you can find the groups that are the best fit for you. The 21 TESOL interest sections offer numerous leadership opportunities along with online networking, professional development, and the ability to share knowledge and research in numerous areas of practice. Join one or many Interest Sections. It’s up to you. Download a TESOL brochure that gives you everything you need to know about TESOL International Association.
Membership Categories & Dues
| Membership Level | 1 Year | 2 Years
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| Professional Member | $98 | $166
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| Professional Member with an annual income of US $25,000 or less | $65 | $111
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| New Professional | $60 | $102
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| For teachers who have been teaching less than 3 years. If you have been teaching for 3 years or more years, please choose Professional Member. |
| Global Professional (About Global Professional Membership)
| $35 | $60
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| For residents of countries with a gross national income (GNI) per capita of less than US$15,000, as determined by the United Nations. This category carries full membership rights and privileges. Requires a valid e-mail address. |
| Retired Professional | $57 | $96
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| For retired professional who have been TESOL members for 5 of the past 10 years. Verification of retirement is required for first year of Retired Professional membership. |
| Student Member | $35 | $60
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| For students who are at least half time at a degree-granting institution. Student members must verify enrollment with either a note from an academic advisor or a copy of a valid student ID. After 6 years as a Student Member, you will be automatically converted to a New Professional member. |
Verification can be provided by sending an email from your advisor to members@tesol.org with TESOL Student Verification in the subject line, faxed to +1 240-396-5631, attention TESOL Student Verification or mailed to: TESOL Member Services, Attn: Student Verification, 1925 Ballenger Ave., Ste. 550, Alexandria, VA 222314 USA. Add a TESOL Quarterly subscription to your membership
If you selected a 2-year membership, you must subscribe to your journal for 2 years.
TESOL Quarterly
| 1 Year | 2 Year |
| Electronic access only | $59 | $118 |
| Electronic and print | $85 | $170 |
| For Global Professionals
(electronic access only) | $45 | $90 |