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Become an Enrolled Agent. The future is bright ahead…  \nEnrolled Agents (EAs) are respected tax specialists who are licensed by the IRS. They work for corporations, independent practices, in government, and many own their own businesses. Let NAEA help you jumpstart your career as one of America’s tax experts by joining today as an Academic Associate at no charge. NAEA is here to help you enter the enrolled agent profession by connecting you with the people, information and tools you need to succeed.  \n\n| \u003Cbr> Who can join NAEA as an Academic Associate? \u003Cbr>|\n| --- |\n| 􀂃 Part or full-time students enrolled in an accredited college, university, or professional school in a tax, accounting, or finance career track.\u003Cbr>􀂃 Instructors of tax, accounting, or finance career-track classes at accredited colleges, universities, or professional schools.\u003Cbr>Individuals who are defined in Circular 230 or those who have been removed from practice are NOT eligible for this membership category.\u003Cbr>|\n| Why join NAEA as an Academic Associate? |\n|  |\n| As an Academic Associate, you can immediately take advantage of the most valuable resources available to NAEA members:\u003Cbr>􀀹 E@lert, the weekly e-newsletter that will keep you up-to-date on the very latest breaking news in the tax industry.\u003Cbr>􀀹 Digital issues of EA Journal, NAEA’s award-winning, bi-monthly magazine that explores tax topics in-depth.\u003Cbr>􀀹 The NAEA Community Web Forums where NAEA members exchange information and ideas.\u003Cbr>􀀹 Access to the “Members Only” section of the NAEA website, where a wealth of member resources can be found to help you in your quest to earn the enrolled agent license and build your business.\u003Cbr>􀀹 Networking, training opportunities, and timely information on NAEA scholarships and EA Exam prep programs.\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>How to join:\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>|\n\nComplete the application, just below, and return to immediately start receiving NAEA’s support on your way to becoming an Enrolled Agent.  \n􀂃 Join as an Academic Associate and NAEA dues are waived. Please include a copy of your class schedule, transcript, or a letter from your dean as proof of eligibility.  \n􀂃 New Academic Associates must earn their EA license within 10 years.  \n􀂃 Consider joining a state affiliate as well to take advantage of networking and education on the local level.  \nAcademic Associate Membership Application  \nName:   Business Name:    \nAddress:   City, State, Postal Code:   Business Phone:   Fax:   Email:     Student   Instructor  \nCollege/University:   Field of study:   Academic Associates of NAEA are part or full-time students enrolled in an accredited college/university or professional school in a tax, accounting, or finance career track. Instructors of tax, accounting, or finance career-track classes in an accredited college/university or professional schools will also be eligible for this category. Students must provide proof of registration in tax, accounting, or finance courses, or have an academic major or minor in accounting or finance. 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