Frequently Asked Questions

What types of Sigma Theta Tau International membership are available to me?

There are three classifications of Membership. The classifications are:

• Undergraduate Student - Junior or senior students enrolled in baccalaureate programs at accredited institutions of higher education who have completed at least 1/2 of the nursing curriculum, rank in the upper 35 percent of their graduating class and have achieved academic excellence (at schools where a 4.0 grade point average system is used, this equates to at least a 3.0)
  
• Graduate Student - Master's and Doctoral students enrolled in graduate programs at accredited institutions of higher education who have completed at least 1/4 of the nursing curriculum, have achieved academic excellence (at schools where a 4.0 grade point average system is used, this equates to at least a 3.5)
  
  
• Nurse Leader - Registered Nurses, legally recognized to practice in their countries, who hold at least a baccalaureate degree in nursing or other field and have demonstrated achievement in nursing.

How do you determine my membership dues?

Membership dues are determined using international and chapter components. Click here to learn more.

How do I renew my membership next year?

A membership renewal form will be mailed to you approximately two months prior to your membership expiration date. You may also renew your membership online MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL using Visa, Discover or MasterCard.

If I move, can I join another chapter closer to where I now live?

Yes, you can either transfer your membership to another chapter or you can join the additional chapter and hold multiple memberships. Multiple members maintain membership in their initiating chapter by continuing to pay chapter dues and they pay the chapter dues of a second or even additional chapters. For more information about holding multiple memberships or transferring your membership to another chapter, select MEMBERSHIP TRANSFER or MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP and you will be linked to additional information. There is a US $5 administrative fee to process any request for transferring membership to another chapter or adding additional chapters.

How do I know where the nearest chapter is to my new location?

Check our DIRECTORY of Chapters or call headquarters at 888.634.7575 (US/Canada toll free) or +317.634.8171 (Direct) for the nearest chapter.

How do I become a member of more than one chapter?

Members may belong to as many chapters as they wish. To join other chapters, members pay chapter dues of each chapter to which they belong. Members will only pay one international membership fee of US $65. For more information about holding multiple memberships, select MULTIPLE MEMBERSHIP and you will be linked to additional information. There is a US $5 administrative fee to process a multiple membership request.

If I move or change my name, who do I notify?

Please notify headquarters as soon as possible via e-mail (be sure to include your full name and membership number in the body of your e-mail) or take a moment to update all of your contact information in the Member Community.

How long will I be considered a member of Sigma Theta Tau International?

You are a member for life after you have been inducted into Sigma Theta Tau International. You must pay annual membership fees to receive most member benefits and publications.

I cannot afford to renew my membership right now. What will happen to my membership?

You will become an inactive member of Sigma Theta Tau International and will no longer receive the member benefits and publications. When you are able to become an active member again, simply renew your membership online MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL or call headquarters at 888.634.7575 (US/Canada toll free) or +317.634.8171 (Direct) and we can send you a membership renewal form. Members can also apply for financial assistance with membership dues through the Edith Anderson Membership Subsidy Fund.

I have become disabled. Does Sigma Theta Tau International have a special membership category for this?

Members who become disabled, either temporarily or permanently, may request the "retired" membership status and pay one half of the renewal fees as they renew their membership for each year that they remain disabled. Members may also apply for financial assistance with membership dues through the Edith Anderson Membership Subsidy Fund.

Does Sigma Theta Tau International offer scholarships?

Currently, headquarters does not have any provisions for scholarships. Many chapters do offer scholarships, so you might want to ask your local chapter. For additional scholarship information, see our listing of schools and organizations that sponsor nursing scholarships.

I've lost my membership number. How can I find out what my membership number is?

Your membership number is located on your membership card and mailing labels of society printed materials. If you are unable to locate either, simply e-mail us at memserv@stti.iupui.edu or call headquarters at 888.634.7575 (US/Canada toll free) or +317.634.8171 (Direct).

I'm retired. Do I still owe the full membership dues amount listed on my renewal form?

Members who have retired from nursing employment are eligible to pay 1/2 of the total chapter and international membership fees. Be sure to mark the circle on the membership renewal form indicating that you are retired.

I'm not working in nursing right now. Do I still owe the full membership dues amount listed on my renewal form?

Members who are currently out of the nursing field - for whatever reason - may elect the "temporarily out of nursing" membership category and pay 1/2 of the total chapter and international membership fees. Be sure to mark the circle on the membership renewal form indicating that you are temporarily out of nursing.

Do you have a special membership fee for full-time students?

Full-time students are also entitled to pay 1/2 of the chapter and international membership fees. Be sure to mark the circle on the membership renewal form indicating that you are a full-time student.

Are membership dues tax deductible?

Yes - if paying the dues help you carry out the duties of your job. If so they are deductible as unreimbursed employee expenses. The actual amount the taxpayer will be able to deduct is subject to specific limitations based upon the individual's tax status. The dues are not deductible as contributions. If an individual does make a separate contribution in addition to paying their dues then the additional amount only is deductible as a contribution.