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Membership in AACE International helps you stay informed about the complexities of the total cost management profession. It also provides a wide variety of resources, tools, and services to improve your professional development, enhance your professional career, augment organizational capabilities, and accelerate your success.

 

Experience the difference AACE membership can make in your professional life.


Regular Member - Join Now
membership expires on December 31
(unless otherwise stated)

Military or Student Member - Apply Now
membership expires on December 31

(unless otherwise stated)

 

All memberships are based on a calendar year and
will expire on December 31 (unless otherwise stated).
All dues are non-refundable.

Why Choose AACE Membership?

Becoming a member of AACE International opens the door to career growth, industry recognition, and valuable connections. The membership benefits AACE provides are designed to support your professional development while connecting you to a global community of experts.

  • Professional Development & Technical Resources – Gain access to recommended practices, the Total Cost Management (TCM) Framework, journals, and a comprehensive virtual library to strengthen your expertise.
  • Networking & Global Industry Connections – Connect with professionals worldwide through section memberships, online communities, and mentorship opportunities that expand your career horizons.
  • Exclusive Member Benefits & Discounts – Enjoy savings on certifications, technical presentations, events, and publications, along with voting privileges and leadership opportunities that enhance your professional influence.


Types of Membership

Non-Member

  • Access to Source only

Student Member – $65/year

  • Recommended Practices (RPs)
  • Total Cost Management (TCM) Framework
  • Virtual Library
  • Cost Engineering Journal
  • Source
  • Annual Salary Survey
  • Career Center / Jobs
  • Section Membership
  • Online Communities (myAACE)
  • Mentor Network
  • Association Leadership Opportunities
  • Discounts: Certification
  • Discounts: Technical Presentations
  • Discounts: Publications
  • Discounts: Events

Military Member – Complimentary (1st year only)

  • Recommended Practices (RPs)
  • Total Cost Management (TCM) Framework
  • Virtual Library
  • Cost Engineering Journal
  • Source
  • Annual Salary Survey
  • Career Center / Jobs
  • Section Membership
  • Online Communities (myAACE)
  • Mentor Network
  • Association Leadership Opportunities
  • Voting Privileges
  • Discounts: Certification
  • Discounts: Technical Presentations
  • Discounts: Publications
  • Discounts: Events

Regular Member – $225 (1st Quarter)

  • Recommended Practices (RPs)
  • Total Cost Management (TCM) Framework
  • Virtual Library
  • Cost Engineering Journal
  • Source
  • Annual Salary Survey
  • Career Center / Jobs
  • Section Membership
  • Online Communities (myAACE)
  • Mentor Network
  • Association Leadership Opportunities
  • Voting Privileges
  • Discounts: Certification
  • Discounts: Technical Presentations
  • Discounts: Publications
  • Discounts: Events

Frequently Asked Questions About AACE Membership

What does an AACE membership include?

An AACE membership provides access to recommended practices, the Total Cost Management (TCM) Framework, technical journals, virtual libraries, career resources, networking opportunities, leadership roles, voting privileges, and exclusive discounts on certifications and events.

How long is the membership valid?

Membership operates on a calendar year basis, beginning upon registration and expiring on December 31 (unless otherwise state). Regardless of join date, all benefits, resources, and privileges remain fully accessible throughout that period.

What happens after dues expire?

Once membership expires, access to digital resources, discounts, and voting privileges is discontinued until renewal is completed. Renewal ensures uninterrupted benefits, professional development opportunities, and continuous networking engagement.

Advance Your Career and Join AACE Today

Unlock professional development resources, the TCM Framework, journals, and member-only discounts while connecting with a global network of cost professionals. Ready to join AACE? Enroll now to secure 24/7 benefits, voting privileges, mentorship opportunities, and accelerated growth in total cost management.

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Testimonials

"Turner & Townsend is a corporate member of AACE International because we recognize the value it adds not only to our staff in their continued development, but also to our business in helping us stay abreast of leading industry practices and providing us with network connections around the world."

- Christopher P. Caddell, CCP DRMP
Senior Vice President
Turner & Townsend
Houston, TX, USA