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Membership FAQs

Below are answers to several frequently asked questions about the ACM® and our events.

The Academy of Country Music is about to celebrate 60 years of improving lives by connecting fans, artists, and the industry, and now's your chance to be a part of history by becoming an ACM member.

As a member, you have the ability to:

  • Ability to vote on ACM Awards
  • Exclusive education panels and networking events
  • Early access to tickets for Academy events
  • Discounts for ACM partner events
  • Frequent industry insight and data presentations

Member eligibility is limited to individuals and industry business organizations whose primary professional engagement is in the creation, production, promotion and distribution of country music. Membership approval is subject to the complete discretion of the Board. For more information, please refer to the Membership Manual, HERE.

Membership applications and renewals for 2025 are now closed. For a reminder when the 2026 Membership application/renewal period opens, click HERE.

The ACM membership dues vary based on class. Individual memberships cost $100 annually. For the cost of a Corporate Account or Record Label Account, please email ACM Membership [email protected]

  • The ACM Board of Directors is currently comprised of 70 Directors and 3 Ex-Officio (non-voting) members
  • Each must be a member of the Academy to serve
  • Each position is either elected or appointed to serve a two-year term
  • Terms are staggered for annual elections
  • The authorized number of directors shall be no fewer than 15 and no more than 80 Directors

You may contact the Academy of Country Music Membership Department at [email protected] with any membership questions.