THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION IN EDUCATION

Join Phi Delta Kappa International

Emeritus Membership

As a special category of professional membership, this level of association is available to individuals who:

  • Support the mission and vision of PDK International
    • Demonstrate professional conduct
  • Hold a baccalaureate degree or equivalent standard as determined by the PDK international board
  • Are 65 years of age
  • Have maintained 25 years of good-standing membership in the association and are currently in good standing
  • Have demonstrated commitments to the tenets of research, service, and leadership

(Note: Requests for approval of emeritus membership status will be reviewed and approved by the international board twice annually.)

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Emeritus members are exempt from chapter and international dues and assessments and have all the rights and privileges of professional good-standing members.

  • Annual membership year for emeritus members is July 1-June 30.
  • Dues payment for the current year is not refundable.
  • Dues exemption begins in the membership year following approval of emeritus status.
    • Annual address/publication verification notices are mailed during the month of April and should be returned to PDK promptly so you continue to receive your member benefits.
  • Emeritus membership is not retroactive.

How to Request Approval for Emeritus Membership

Print an application and fax or mail it to PDK International.

Questions about emeritus membership? Email memberservices@pdkintl.org or contact PDK.