Membership Categories and Dues
SNAME Membership is open to individuals who have interests, pursuits, attainments, or education in naval architecture, marine or ocean engineering, or allied disciplines, or experience in design, research, production, operation, education, or associated management of same.
Annual dues shall be payable on the anniversary date of joining except as otherwise noted for the year of approval for membership.
Effective immediately, membership dues have been increased by two percent in accordance with a decision made by the SNAME Council. Excepted from this are student membership dues, which will remain at $35.
To apply for membership to the Society of Naval Architects & Marine Engineers, please select one of the categories below.
The grade of Student Member may be accorded to full time students of naval architecture, marine engineering, ocean engineering, allied branches of engineering, or related marine transportation programs recognized by SNAME. Upon completion of the courses of study in a recognized technical institution and upon graduation, Student Members shall be automatically transferred to the grade of Member.
All students participating in maritime programs are encouraged to join SNAME. As a member, you receive discounts on books, a network of peers to collaborate, and mentors to learn from. For more information on SNAME Member benefits click here.
Click here for the Student Membership Form.
The grade of Member may be accorded to individuals who have interests, pursuits, attainments, or education in naval architecture, marine or ocean engineering, or allied disciplines, or experience in design, research, production, operation, education, or associated management of same.
As a member, you receive discounts on books, a network of peers to collaborate, and mentors to learn from. For more information on SNAME Member benefits click here.
If you meet these requirements complete an application today.
The grade of Member may be accorded to individuals who have interests, pursuits, attainments, or education in naval architecture, marine or ocean engineering, or allied disciplines, or experience in design, research, production, operation, education, or associated management of same.
As a member, you receive discounts on books, a network of peers to collaborate, and mentors to learn from. For more information on SNAME Member benefits click here.
If you meet these requirements complete an application today.
The grade of Member may be accorded to individuals who have interests, pursuits, attainments, or education in naval architecture, marine or ocean engineering, or allied disciplines, or experience in design, research, production, operation, education, or associated management of same.
As a member, you receive discounts on books, a network of peers to collaborate, and mentors to learn from. For more information on SNAME Member benefits click here.
If you meet these requirements complete an application today.
The grade of Member may be accorded to individuals who have interests, pursuits, attainments, or education in naval architecture, marine or ocean engineering, or allied disciplines, or experience in design, research, production, operation, education, or associated management of same.
As a member, you receive discounts on books, a network of peers to collaborate, and mentors to learn from. For more information on SNAME Member benefits click here.
If you meet these requirements complete an application today.
In order to join as a Member individuals must meet the following requirements:
- A graduate of a recognized institution with a minimum of 5 years of industry experience with at least 2 years in responsible charge of work.
- An individual who is not a graduate of a recognized institution shall have had not less than 9 years of industry experience with at least 2 years in responsible charge of work.
- Provide 3 references from people who can personally attest to the individual's professional qualifications. The references do not need to be members of SNAME.
If you meet these requirements complete a Member Application today.
Fellow Members
The grade of Fellow is awarded to SNAME Professional Members upon a nominating process. Colleagues may nominate a peer based on outstanding personal contributions to naval architecture, marine or ocean engineering, or allied disciplines through significant achievements in design, research, production, operation, education, or associated management.
Honorary Members
Two Honorary Members are selected each year. Candidates are recommended by the Nominating Committee and approved by Council.
Life Members
Members who have been a member of SNAME for 50 years are awarded the membership of Life Member.
