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Membership

Application Procedures

Becoming a member of the Asian Association of Agricultural Colleges and Universities (AAACU) is a straightforward process designed to welcome institutions committed to advancing agricultural education and research.

Email a written expression of interest to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. accompanied by a comprehensive profile of the institution along with any other relevant supporting information that highlights contributions and alignment with AAACU's mission. The letter should be addressed to:

The President
c/o AAACU Secretariat
College of Agriculture and Food Science
University of the Philippines Los Baños

Enclose the following:

  1. Completed Application Form and Institutional Profile Form
  2. Certification of willingness to pay the membership fee and annual dues
  3. Other relevant documents regarding the university or research institution

Upon receipt, the AAACU Secretariat shall verify and screen the applicant institution's qualifications. A concise summary of the profile shall then be compiled for the AAACU Executive Board's review. The Executive Board will discuss and act on the application either through a referendum or during its annual Executive Officers Meeting.

The applicant will be promptly notified of the decision regarding the application via email.

Membership Fees

New members of the Association pay a one-time membership fee of US$20 and annual dues of US$2,500*. Annual dues cover a calendar year and are due anytime during the first quarter of the year. Members are encouraged to keep their dues paid to keep the member in continuous good standing and in continuous eligibility for the benefits of membership.

*Approved during the 24th Biennial Conference and General Assembly on 2 December 2024 at Nagoya University, Nagoya, Japan.