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Associate of (ISC)² Start an (ISC)² Chapter in Your Community
How to Start a Local (ISC)² Chapter
Step 1
Download the (ISC)² Chartering Chapter Guidelines to review the process and eligibility requirements.
Step 2
Refer to the Chartering Chapter Timeline below for open-enrollment periods.
Step 3
Complete the online application with your contact information, professional experience, and the purpose and structure of the chapter you seek to establish. Preview the online application.
Access Online ApplicationChartering Chapter Timeline
(ISC)² accepts applications for new chapters during specific enrollment periods via an online application system.
| Q1 2021 | Q3 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Open Enrollment | Jan 1-31 | Jul 1-31 |
| Application Review/Approval | Feb 1 – Mar 7 | Aug 1 – Sep 4 |
| Chartering Activities Phase | Mar 8 – Aug 31 | Sep 5 – Mar 31 |
| Official/Legal Phase | Sep 1 – Oct 31 | Apr 1 – May 31 |
*NOTE: Dates are tentative and may change at any time without notice. Refer to the Chartering Chapter Guidelines for the details.
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