Join PRSA Puget Sound Today!
When you join PRSA you become part of a community of communications professionals nationwide spanning every industry sector.
Membership Benefits & Community Impact
PRSA Puget Sound provides a network of friendly, knowledgeable practitioners and ongoing professional development through events, awards, programs and accreditation.
Professional Development
- Our monthly virtual or in-person meetings include a variety of practical tools and skill-sharing resources.
- Support to earn your Accreditation in Public Relations (APR), as well as opportunities to connect with other APRs in the chapter.
- One of the most highly rated benefits for PRSA members is the internationally recognized code of ethics. PRSA members don't just practice public relations, we follow a code of ethics that helps us be part of the solution to many problems facing our world today.
Leadership Opportunities for professionals and students
- We provide volunteer and leadership opportunities within the chapter to match every interest, experience level and time commitment.
- PRSA Puget Sound committees include working with PR students at local universities, leading diversity and inclusion efforts, planning annual awards programs, and developing programs and events.
Membership Types
To join PRSA Puget Sound, you must be a member of PRSA National. National and Chapter dues are collected through PRSA National.
PRSA National Memberships
| Membership Type | Experience / Criteria | Cost |
| Regular Membership | 3+ years of experience |
$273 annual dues +$65 initiation fee |
| Associate: Tier 1 | Less than 1 year of experience | $128 annual dues |
| Associate: Tier 2 | 1–2 years of experience | $128 annual dues |
| Associate: Tier 3 | 2–3 years of experience | $213 annual dues |
| PRSSA Graduate | Graduated within the past 2 years | $73 annual dues |
| Graduate Student | Full-time advanced degree student | $73 annual dues* |
PRSA Puget Sound-Exclusive: First-Year Chapter Discount for PRSSA Students and Young Professionals
PRSSA students and young professionals who qualify for the low Associate Member rate when applying for PRSA National ($60) can receive free dues for their first year in the Puget Sound Chapter (a $55 value).
View the application form to learn about this easy process and how to submit your application.
PRSA Puget Sound Memberships
| Member Category | Annual Dues |
| PRSA Members | $60 |
| Associate Member, PRSSA Graduates | $60 |
| Other Associate Members | $60 |
| Retired Members | $10 |
Additional Membership Options
- Groups: If you have five or more members, sign up for a Group Membership.
- Reinstating Member: If you are a former PRSA member, join as a Reinstating Member ($260 annual dues plus a one-time $35 reinstatement fee). Contact us for more information.
- Retirement Status: If you have been a member in good standing for at least five years, you may qualify for Retirement Status ($50 annual National dues and $10 Chapter dues). Contact us for more information.
- Members Emeriti: PRSA honors and respects the loyalty of our long-term members, who have served the profession with distinction. Contact us for more information.
- In Between Jobs: Those currently unemployed may receive annual membership at 50%, waived reinstatement fees and complimentary membership in the Independent Practioner Alliance. Additional details may be found here.
- Financial Hardship Plan: For those who have been members of PRSA for 3 or more years, who are not currently working and are experiencing financial hardship, may apply to receive 50% off national membership. Additional details may be found here
