Ordinary Members
$50 / year
Open to professionals, academics, practitioners, and anyone engaged in comparative and international education.
Membership types
Choose the category that fits your work
Dues are paid annually at the beginning of each calendar year. Select a type to learn more, then join or renew with the Secretariat.
Student Members
From $12 / year
Open to undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in a college or university programme.
Honorary Members
$25 / year
Granted to individuals who have made a significant contribution to the field, including emeritus scholars.
Institutional Members
$140 / year
For universities, research institutions, education agencies, and organisations in East Africa and globally.
Why join
Membership benefits
A scholarly community for research, teaching, and professional exchange in East Africa.
Get connected
Take part in CIESEA’s annual conferences and events, where scholars and educators from East Africa and around the world exchange research and practice.
Get access
Receive research publications and resources that follow the latest developments in comparative and international education.
Get involved
Collaborate on research projects, educational innovations, and cross-cultural studies that deepen understanding of education systems.
Get savings
Join specialised workshops and seminars that strengthen the teaching of comparative education across the region.
How to apply
Membership application process
Complete the CIESEA application form with your details and CV, then pay annual dues with PayPal, MTN, or Airtel. The Secretariat reviews each request and will contact you after it is approved or declined.