Graduating? Take FPRA with you.
You’ve put in the work — the pitches, presentations and papers — and now you’re ready to walk across that stage and enter your PR/communications career. In this moment, more than any other, FPRA is here to serve you.
How can FPRA help you post-graduation?
- Become part of a statewide network of 1,100+ professionals
- Connect with mentors across generations and backgrounds through our Mentorship Program
- Earn professional credentials recognized nationally across the PR & Comms industry
- Join your local chapter for support and leadership opportunities like board roles and committees
- Access programming tailored to young professionals, such as personal branding, interview advice and networking skills
- Access the FPRA Job Bank
Student-to-Professional Memberships
Right now, we’re making it easier than ever to stay connected. Take advantage of our Student-to-Professional Membership, which is exclusive to recent college graduates and provides you with full benefits at a discounted price. If you are a current FPRA Student Member, you’ll receive an even larger discount — consider it a little thank you from us to you.
- FPRA Student-Member-to-Professional Member
$85 / 12 months — less than $8 per month - Student-to-Professional Member (Not an FPRA Student Member)
$100 / 12 months
Membership Math: Already have a student membership through Fall 2026? Not to worry — pre-purchasing a Student-to-Professional Membership will start from the date your student membership expires. You’re essentially extending your FPRA membership and treating — investing in — your future self.
Secure Your Exclusive FPRA Cord for Graduation
Only Available March 30 — April 25
Graduation is your moment, and FPRA wants to be there to celebrate you — cords and all. That includes our exclusive, first-ever FPRA cord. Here’s how to earn yours and showcase your commitment to the profession on graduation day.
From March 30 through April 25, any student who pre-purchases a Student-to-Professional Membership for 2026-2027 will receive a 2026 FPRA cord. Cords will be distributed by your student chapter faculty advisor at your school, ahead of graduation. Join the FIRST class of FPRA student members to receive this inaugural cord. Upgrade to a Student-to-Professional Membership and stay connected, long after you toss your graduation cap.
This also makes a great grad gift from parents, mentors, employers and chapter leaders.
Real Experiences. Real Impact.
Here’s a look at four members who experienced success being a Student-to-Professional Member of FPRA!
