ALA Personal Membership

ALA Personal Membership Types

This is a new, streamlined membership model effective September 2024. Memberships run for 12 months starting with the month of your application. Membership in ALA is required for divisional and round table membership.

Librarians and other employees in library and information services or related positions that: (a) require a master’s degree; (b) require a state-level certification; or (c) are managerial.

Dues: $125

Librarians and other employees in library and information services or related positions that: (a) earn <45k annually, including being not currently employed; (b) work outside the U.S.; (c) are retired; or (d) are not listed in Type I.

Dues: $55

Those not employed in library and information services or related activities who, through their personal commitment and support, promote library and information services. Includes Associates, Friends, and Trustees.

Dues: $70

Individuals enrolled in a program for a certificate or a degree in library and information studies. Limited to five years. Certain state library associations (chapters) offer Joint Memberships with ALA for $46.

Dues: $40

3 Easy Ways to Join or Renew Today

To become a new ALA Member, click here to join online. (Only first-time ALA Members should use this link.)

If you have ever been an ALA Member in the past, click here to renew online.

Call ALA Member Relations and Services at 800-545-2433

8:30am - 4:30pm (Monday-Friday)

Download a print-ready form at the Print Membership Application Page, complete, and return by mail or fax.

Add Division and Round Table Memberships

Tailor your ALA journey by joining Divisions and Round Tables. Network and collaborate with peers, focusing on your library environment and professional role. A majority of ALA members belong to one or more Divisions. You must be an ALA Member to join ALA Divisions and Round Tables; pro-rated dues apply when adding Divisions and Round Tables to an existing membership.

Division Memberships

Round Table Memberships

All Round Table memberships are $15 each, or $5 each for Students.

Member Resources

Empower your library journey with networking, advocacy, and professional growth opportunities. Find out more at the Member Center.

Have questions about your ALA membership? Want help finding tools and resources? Stop by our ALA Membership Office Hours to get answers.

Make the most of your ALA membership by leveraging key benefits including ALA Connect, American Libraries, JobList, discounted conference pricing, and more.