2027 SCHOOL MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN
Connect your institution.
Expand what’s possible.
Join a national network creating pathways into graduate education and public service.
PPIA Consortium membership connects your school with students preparing for public service careers, elevates your programs, and strengthens a shared commitment to the next generation of leaders.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP
$3,500
2027 annual membership
January–December 2027
Two event registrations included
PPIA Future Leaders Summit Expo
PPIA Virtual Fair Pathways Studio
Plus program promotion and consortium participation.
Joining or renewing? Contact PPIA for next steps and institutional invoicing.
VISIBILITY
Tell your program’s story
CONNECTION
Meet future public service leaders
PARTNERSHIP
Build a stronger pipeline
YOUR GENERAL MEMBERSHIP
A clear foundation.
Meaningful connections.
Put your institution in the conversation as students explore graduate study and careers in public service.
General membership brings together institutional visibility, program promotion, and participation in the PPIA partner network.
TWO EVENTS. INCLUDED.
Expo + Virtual Fair registration
PPIA Future Leaders Summit Expo
Connect with prospective students exploring graduate study and public service careers.
PPIA Virtual Fair Pathways Studio
Reach students through PPIA’s virtual graduate education and public service fair.
Registration for both events is included in your $3,500 general membership for 2027.
A PLACE IN THE NETWORK
Dedicated institutional profile
Give prospective students a place to learn about your school, its programs, and pathways into public service.
PROGRAM VISIBILITY
Three spotlights.
Ongoing engagement.
Feature your programs across PPIA channels through three program spotlights.
Share announcements and updates, receive consortium partner recognition, and participate in the broader PPIA network.
OPTIONAL INSTITUTIONAL INVESTMENT
Go further with PPIA.
Looking for a deeper partnership? Explore opportunities for recruiting, storytelling, and strategic collaboration beyond general membership. Investment options are priced separately from annual dues.
SIGNATURE
Extend your reach.
Integrated storytelling, thought leadership, alumni spotlights, and a multi-phase recruitment campaign.
Contact PPIA for 2027 scope and pricing.
STRATEGIC
Build a focused partnership.
Collaborate on recruitment strategy, pipeline insights, institutional positioning, and tailored outreach.
Contact PPIA for 2027 scope and pricing.
FOUNDERS
Shape a broader collaboration.
An invitation-only partnership, reserved for one institution annually, with leadership collaboration and national visibility.
Contact PPIA for 2027 scope and pricing.
MEMBERSHIP DETAILS
Your questions, answered.
What is the PPIA Consortium?
A national network of universities, graduate programs, and institutional partners committed to preparing the next generation of leaders in public service. Members connect with talented students, elevate program visibility, and collaborate to strengthen pathways into graduate education.
What does 2027 general membership cost?
General membership is $3,500 for the 2027 calendar year. It includes registration for both the PPIA Future Leaders Summit Expo and the PPIA Virtual Fair Pathways Studio, three featured program spotlights, a dedicated institutional profile, opportunities to share announcements and updates, consortium partner recognition, and participation in the PPIA network.
What is the membership period?
The 2027 membership period runs from January through December 2027. Joining earlier gives your institution more time to use its visibility and engagement opportunities.
Can our institution request an invoice?
Yes. Contact PPIA to arrange an institutional invoice for your university’s procurement process and discuss joining or renewing for 2027.
Are additional investments required?
No. General membership is the foundation. Signature, Strategic, and Founders investment opportunities are optional and priced separately from annual membership dues. Contact PPIA to discuss the right scope for your institution.
Which event registrations are included?
Your $3,500 general membership for 2027 includes registration for both the PPIA Future Leaders Summit Expo and the PPIA Virtual Fair Pathways Studio. These events give your institution opportunities to connect with students exploring graduate study and public service careers. Contact PPIA for 2027 event logistics and participation details.
START PLANNING FOR 2027
Your institution.
Our shared future.
Help more students see a future in public service. Talk with PPIA about general membership or a deeper institutional partnership.
Let’s plan your next step.
For membership questions and institutional invoices, contact Ray Orquiola at PPIA.
Standard
Membership
$3K
What's Included
- Free Registration to the PPIA Future Leaders Summit Expo (formerly Public Service Expo), July 10
- Three Featured Program Spotlights
- Dedicated Institutional Profile
- Program Announcements and Updates
- Consortium Partner Recognition
Visibility & Engagement
- Institution overview page
- Program highlights across PPIA channels
- Social media amplification opportunities
- Participation in PPIA partner network
Signature
Investment Add-On
$15K
Everything In Standard, plus
- Multi-phase recruiting campaign
- Integrated storytelling across PPIA channels
- Thought leadership features
- Alumni success spotlights
Institutional Elevation
- Faculty research spotlight
- Program innovation features
- Recruitment storytelling campaigns
- Expanded institutional visibility
Strategic
Investment Add-On
Custom Pricing
Everything In Signature, plus
- Strategic recruitment partnership
- Early access to applicant dataset
- Targeted recruitment segments
- Priority institutional positioning
Data & Strategy
- Pipeline development insights
- Enrollment intelligence reporting
- Application trend analysis
- Strategic advisory collaboration
Founders
Reserved for one institution annually
Custom Pricing
Everything In Strategic, plus
- Reserved recruitment access
- Priority institutional visibility
- National positioning across PPIA
- Direct collaboration with PPA leadership
Strategic Access
- Advisory Circle participation
- Annual strategy summit
Recruitment Advantage
- Priority scheduling windows
- Guaranteed recruitment visibility
- National thought leadership placement
Scale Your Impact Through An Investment in PPIA
Investment levels are optional tiers that build on Standard Consortium membership and are priced separately from annual dues
| Standard | Signature | Strategic | Founders | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3K | Standard + $12K | Custom | Custom | |
| Three Featured Program Spotlights | X | X | X | X |
| Dedicated Institutional Profile | X | X | X | X |
| Integrated Engagement | X | X | X | X |
| Integrated Storytelling | X | X | X | |
| Recruitment Intelligence + Strategic Outreach | X | X | ||
| Customized Programming | X | |||
| Explorers Program | X |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should our institution join the PPIA Consortium?
Joining the PPIA Consortium connects your institution to a national network dedicated to preparing the next generation of leaders in public service.
Consortium membership provides institutions with three key advantages:
Recruitment Pipeline
PPIA connects graduate programs with students who are actively exploring careers in public policy, international affairs, and public service through programs such as the Junior Summer Institutes and national convenings.
Access to High-Potential Talent
Consortium members engage with motivated students who are preparing for graduate study and leadership roles in policy and public service.
Long-Term Partnership
Membership places your institution within a collaborative network of universities working together to expand pathways into public service while strengthening connections across the PPIA network.
What is the PPIA Consortium?
The PPIA Consortium is a national network of universities, graduate programs, and institutional partners committed to preparing the next generation of leaders in public service.
Through this network, institutions collaborate with PPIA to connect with talented students, elevate program visibility, and participate in initiatives that strengthen pathways into graduate education and public service careers.
What does the Standard Consortium Membership include?
The Standard Consortium Membership ($3,000) provides institutions with foundational participation in the PPIA network and includes:
- Three featured program spotlights across PPIA channels
- A dedicated institutional profile page on the PPIA website
- Opportunities to share program announcements and updates
- Visibility across PPIA communications platforms
- Participation in the broader PPIA partner network
These benefits help institutions increase awareness among students interested in graduate study in public policy and international affairs.
What is the membership period?
PPIA Consortium Membership operates on a calendar-year cycle from January through December 2026.
Institutions may join at any point during the year; however, joining earlier allows your program to take advantage of visibility, engagement, and recruitment opportunities sooner.
If we join later in the year, do we still pay the full membership amount?
Yes. Consortium membership is structured as an annual investment that supports programming and engagement throughout the full calendar year.
Institutions may join at any time during 2026. However, the earlier your institution joins, the sooner you can begin benefiting from the promotional opportunities, visibility, and engagement that come with membership.
Why are membership invoices returning in 2026 if we did not receive one in 2025?
During 2025, PPIA undertook a series of organizational improvements and program enhancements. As part of this process, we temporarily paused the consortium membership invoicing cycle while these updates were implemented.
As we relaunch the membership structure for 2026, we are grateful for the continued partnership and support of institutions across the PPIA network and appreciate the grace extended during this transition period.
Now that the consortium structure has been reintroduced, we are also clearly articulating the benefits institutions receive as Consortium Members, ensuring that programs have a transparent understanding of the value, visibility, and engagement opportunities included with membership.
What are the PPIA Investment Add-Ons?
In addition to the Standard Consortium Membership, institutions may choose to participate in optional Investment Add-Ons that expand visibility and recruitment opportunities.
These include:
- Signature Investment
- Strategic Investment
- Founders Investment
Each level builds upon the Standard Membership and offers additional opportunities for storytelling, promotion, and deeper collaboration with PPIA.
These investments are designed for institutions seeking to elevate their recruitment strategy, program visibility, and national presence within the PPIA network.
Do PPIA Consortium Members receive access to the Future Leaders Exposition?
Yes. Active PPIA Consortium Member institutions are eligible to participate in the PPIA Future Leaders Exposition (formerly known as the Public Service Expo).
This annual career fair brings together 300+ students from across the country, including all fellows participating in the PPIA Junior Summer Institutes at Harvard University, Princeton University, and the University of Michigan, who will convene together for the first time at one national event.
Consortium member institutions may host recruitment tables and engage directly with students exploring graduate study and careers in public policy and international affairs.
Is participation in the Future Leaders Exposition included in the Consortium Membership?
No. Event registration and sponsorship opportunities for the Future Leaders Exposition are separate from the annual Consortium Membership fee.
Consortium membership provides institutions with eligibility to participate in the event. Registration fees support the operational costs associated with hosting the exposition and related programming.
How can our institution become a PPIA Consortium Member?
Institutions may join the PPIA Consortium by selecting the membership option that best aligns with their goals, either Standard Membership or one of the Investment Add-Ons, and clicking the corresponding call-to-action button at the top of that section o that respective page.
Organizations may either:
- Submit payment online through the membership page
- Request an institutional invoice for processing through their university procurement systems
For questions about membership or partnership opportunities, institutions may contact Ray Orquiola, PPIA Treasurer, at ray.orquiola@ppiaprogram.org
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