Members Get Special Benefits

By joining the Stanford Alumni Association, you'll receive valuable member-only benefits, including access to the private Stanford Golf Course, discounts on Reunion Homecoming, and special rates on athletic facility passes. These privileges start the day you purchase your membership and are always being updated to serve your needs.

On Campus Opportunities (*Member-only benefit)

- Access to the Stanford Golf Course*
  
  SAA members enjoy exclusive access to the private Stanford Golf Course.
  
  One of the most competitive courses in the nation, the Stanford Golf Course is the place where numerous golf greats have trained. Come challenge yourself and improve your game on a course that is consistently rated one of the finest in the world. Learn More »
- Seven extra free days of access to the Stanford libraries*
  
  SAA members enjoy twice as many days of free access to Stanford libraries per year as non-member alumni.
  
  Alumni of Stanford University are entitled to seven free days of access per year at Green/Meyer and Jackson (Graduate School of Business) libraries. Alumni members of the Stanford Alumni Association are entitled to an additional seven free days of access per year. Learn More »
- Discounted daily passes to Stanford pools and gyms*
  
  SAA members get 20% off on recreational passes to Stanford athletic facilities.
  
  Facilities open to alumni and SAA members during recreation hours: Arrillaga Center for Sports & Recreation, Avery Aquatic Center, Ford Center, Roble Gym & Pool, Tresidder Fitness. Learn More »
- Access to gym and health classes in Stanford’s Health Improvement Program
  
  Each quarter, the Health Improvement Program (HIP) presents a wide variety of seminars and classes designed to provide the latest information and research to help adults lead healthier, fit lives. Classes include fitness, stress management, nutrition, etc. Learn More »

Staying Connected (*Member-only benefit)

- Free personalized brass key tag*
  
  When you join as a life member of the Alumni Association, you will receive a free brass key tag engraved with your membership number. Learn More »
- STANFORD magazine
  
  STANFORD magazine, an award-winning bimonthly publication with a circulation of 175,000, keeps alumni connected intellectually and emotionally to the University and to one another. Established in 1973, the magazine includes articles about innovative research and teaching, profiles of alumni, Stanford lore, campus news and sports, the popular Class Notes section and more.Learn More »
- Discounts on registration for Reunion Homecoming*
  
  Every year, alumni celebrating their 5th — 70th reunions are invited back to campus for Reunion Homecoming Weekend. Reunions rekindle the meaningful connections alumni feel to Stanford, their classes and their classmates. And SAA members receive special member pricing for Reunion Homecoming Weekend! Learn More »
- Participate in regional activities and events around the world
  
  Find Stanford where you live. From young alumni activities and family events, to book clubs and lifelong learning programs, there is something for everyone.
  
  Events and activities include hiking and camping, fine art performances, book clubs, dinner programs, networking events, and more. Learn More »

Career Services and Education (*Member-only benefit)

- Complimentary Career Coaching Consultation Session*
  
  Members of the Stanford Alumni Association are eligible to receive a free 30-minute career coaching consultation session. Learn more »
- Access to four online databases offering thousands of searchable publications*
  
  Perform targeted searches across thousands of national and international publications, including The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, The New York Times and Barron's, 24 hours a day, from anywhere in the world. Check it out »
- Jumpstart your career by visiting Stanford CareerConnect
  
  Put the power of the 200,000-strong Stanford alumni network at your fingertips. All it takes is a click to find new job opportunities, discover inside connections and build professional relationships with trusted peers. It's all here—and it's only for Stanford alumni. Learn More »
- Discounts on Stanford Continuing Studies courses*
  
  Members of the Stanford Alumni Association get 15% off per class through the Stanford Continuing Studies program.
  
  The program offers a broad range of courses, seminars, and workshops, primarily in the liberal arts, designed to enhance the learning and enrich the lives of people in the Bay Area. Courses are taught by Stanford Instructors and are open to all members of the community. Learn More »
- Stanford Book Salon
  
  The Book Salon connects alumni through participation in a virtual book group and online threaded discussion. Learn More »
- Graduate School Preparation Services*
  
  SAA members can get advice from admissions experts and alumni, a free admissions strategy book, and 20% discount on Kaplan test preparation courses for GMAT, MCAT, LSAT, etc. Learn More »

Travel and Recreation (*Member-only benefit)

- Exclusive access to Stanford Sierra Camp and Conference Center*
  
  SAA members have exclusive access to Sierra Camp, located on the shore of Fallen Leaf Lake in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
  
  The Sierra Camp experience is both educational and fun for Stanford alumni, families and friends. Activities include canoeing, sailing, arts and crafts, water-skiing, rock-climbing, Stanford faculty lectures, stargazing, and more. Learn More »
- Travel/Study trips: service fee waived for members*
  
  Travel/Study provides Stanford alumni and friends with exceptional educational travel in over 80 countries each year. Enjoy unique access to preeminent Stanford faculty and the best in-country guides on cruises, private air safaris, luxury train trips, young alumni expeditions, family adventures, and more. Learn More »
- Preferential member pricing at the Stanford Alpine Chalet*
  
  Member discount is offered during the peak winter season, from December 15 to April 15, at $15 off per night per double occupancy room.
  
  The Chalet follows in the tradition of a charming European B & B. Offering 14 cozy mountain-style rooms, each with private bath and view, near the north shore of beautiful Lake Tahoe, CA. Learn More »
- Car rental discounts*
  
  Avis and Budget offer special discounted rates to all members of the Stanford Alumni Association and return a percentage of each rental to the Alumni Association to help support alumni programs. Learn More »

Financial and Consumer Services (*Member-only benefit)

- Access to membership in the Stanford Federal Credit Union*
  
  SAA members are eligible to join SFCU to take advantage of special offers such as mortgage loan fee rebates and discounted auto loan rates. Learn More »
- Rebates on home loans*
  
  Stanford Federal Credit Union offers dozens of different mortgage programs, designed to fit any need. Learn More »
- Discounts on auto loans*
  
  SAA members who belong to Stanford Federal Credit receive a 0.50% discount off SFCU's standard auto loan rates. Learn More »
- Discounted auto insurance through GEICO*
  
  This program allows SAA members to receive the lowest possible rates from GEICO for which we qualify. Learn More »
- Exclusive Stanford Alumni Association Credit Card
  
  With the Stanford Alumni Association credit card, you can earn exclusive rewards every time you shop. Plus, you'll feel great knowing that your purchases help support Stanford programs—at no additional cost to you. Learn More »
- Group Medical and Life Insurance Plans
  
  Stanford alumni are able to take advantage of insurance programs such as short-term major medical insurance, term life insurance and supplemental major medical insurance. Learn More »

Stanford Products and Wine (*Member-only benefit)

- Member discounts on Stanford wine*
  
  The annual Stanford Wine Collection is selected by a panel of alumni experts in the wine industry exclusively for Stanford alumni. For over 30 years, Stanford alumni have enjoyed these custom-labeled wines and members of the Alumni Association enjoy a special discount on the collection. These high-quality, collectible wines are offered to alumni each fall through an email invitation.† Email [email protected] for more information.
  
  †The wine sale is only available to alumni in participating states.
- 10% off most products everyday at the Stanford Bookstore*
  
  SAA Members receive 10% off most products every day at the Stanford Bookstore (including all locations) and at www.stanfordbookstore.com Learn More »

For Current Students (*Member-only benefit)

- Facebook page for student and recent graduate members*
  
  Student members can "like" the SAA Student and Recent Grad Members Facebook page where they can stay informed about special member events and giveaways including FREE iPads. See it now »
- Special invitations to limited-engagement alumni-student networking events*
  
  Take advantage of special member access to student-alumni networking events. These events give students a chance to get to know alumni and explore where life may take them after graduation. In addition, these small, intimate events help keep alumni informed and in touch with campus life and the Stanford community. Learn More »
- Receive five free moving boxes at the end of Spring quarter, every year*
  
  While you are enrolled at Stanford, members are eligible for five free moving boxes at the end of Spring Quarter every year. Boxes are available for pickup at the Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center during the last week of the quarter. Be sure to bring your SAA membership card or key tag.
- Celebrate your graduation with SAA's commencement events
  
  Commencement is a special Stanford tradition that celebrates accomplishments, transitions, and new beginnings. The Stanford Alumni Association sponsors events—such as Senior Dinner on the Quad and Class Day Lecture—that bring together the graduating class, their families and friends, and welcome new graduates into the alumni family.
- At graduation, members receive a 10% discount on cap & gown rental and a free class year license plate frame*
  
  License plate frames are available for pickup at the Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center during the last week of Spring Quarter. Be sure to bring your SAA membership card or key tag.
  
  Cap and gown discount will be applied as a refund to your credit card after you make a purchase. Learn More »

AFFILIATE MEMBERS

Learn more about the benefits available to Affiliate Members. While a majority of the exclusive member benefits listed above are available to both our alumni and affiliate members, some are available only to alumni members.

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