Institution/Store Member Benefits

As the leading expert on collegiate retailing, the National Association of College Stores helps its members enhance campus life and support student success through education, advocacy, and support services. 

SERVICES & BENEFITS

Everything you need, all in one place.

Campus Stores Standards

The CAS Campus Store Standards help campus stores assess performance, improve operations, plan strategically, and demonstrate their value to institutional leadership. NACS members receive exclusive savings on CAS+, a new AI-powered digital platform that makes the standards easier to search, navigate, and apply.

Publications

Subscription to The College Store magazine and the Campus Marketplace e-newsletter.

Government Relations

A dedicated Government Relations office to advocate and monitor legislative issues 

Networking

Access to The Hub, an online community to network and engage with industry peers.


Education

Access to webinars, events, and NACS University. NACS University is an exclusive learning management system that provides easy access to the topics most important to your professional development.

OnCampus Research 

Industry-specific insights and data from a dedicated research department.

Events

Discount registration for events including TAC and CAMEX.

PartnerShip

Ship smarter and reduce your LTL freight costs with TForce Freight, Saia, XPO, and many others. Get exceptional members-only FedEx discounts. Save up to 55% off expedited services and up to 35% off standard services. 

The NACS Leadership Institute, sponsored by the NACS Foundation, is an investment in the emerging leaders of the collegiate retailing industry.

NACS Foundation 

Providing grants for stores to attend events and funds for industry education programs and research.

Dues Schedule

Total Retail Sales 2026-27 Dues
Less than $599,999 $200
$600,000 - $1,499,999 $250
$1,500,000 - $2,999,999 $350
$3,000,000 - $6,999,999 $500
$7,000,000 - $14,999,999 $750
$15,000,000 + $1,100

Membership Dues are based on fiscal year gross store sales in U.S. dollars.

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