Conference FAQ

We welcome and encourage undergraduate, graduate, and international students to join us at NCCWSL.

Current and recent undergraduate and graduate women are the intended audience. We also encourage campus professionals to attend the conference.

Yes, male allies can — and do — attend NCCWSL. College student men and male campus professionals are welcome and encouraged to attend.

DATES 

Registration Opening (Early Bird Rate): December 1, 2023 

Early Bird Registration Close: April 14, 2024, 11:59 pm est 

Regular Registration Begins: April 15, 2024 

Registration Closes: May 15, 2024, 11:59 pm est 

RATES 

Early Bird:  

Residential: $565  

Commuter: $385  

Regular Rates:   

Residential: $685  

Commuter: $505 

Groups over ten receive a discount of 10% 

Commuter registration does not include housing or paid parking. Register as a residential registrant if you are staying on campus during NCCWSL.

To begin, enter the registration site.  You will find Group Coordinator and individual (Student) registration options.
 

Group Coordinator Options: 

1. Group Coordinator Not Attending: If you are a group contact but will not attend in person, this option will allow you to enter student registrations and process the payment by credit card or check. 

1. Group Coordinator Attending Residential: If you are a group contact, will attend in person, and require housing arrangements, this option will allow you to enter student registrations and process the payment by credit card or check. 

1. Group Coordinator Attending Commuter: If you are a group contact and will attend in person but do not require housing arrangements, this option will allow you to enter student registrations and process the payment by credit card or check. 

Once Group Coordinator Option is chosen on the same page, select the number of Individual registration(s) needed (Residential or Commuter). 

When registering students, there will be several questions for each student; if you have this information (see registration questions below), please enter it into the system; if you do not, please do your best to complete them. A confirmation email will go to you and all the students you registered (if your student email is entered when registering). The confirmation to the student will notify them they have been registered for the event by a third party. It will ask students to go into the system via a personal link so the students can review or update registration questions/preferences.     

Once you are on the payment screen, you can pay via credit card or electronic check. The group Coordinator will receive a confirmation email with the details for all students registered. Each of your attendees will also receive an email with their confirmation and login information to update their registration information.   

Registration Questions 

1. Questions we ask on registration:  
2. First and Last name  
3. Address and phone 
4. University/College/ Company  
5. Race, Pronouns, Gender  
6. Emergency Contact: Name, Number, Relationship 
7. Dietary and special needs request  
8. Anticipated Graduation Date  
9. Have you attended NCCWSL?  
10. How did you hear about NCCWSL?  
11. Are you an AAUW Member? If yes, enter the member number 
12. Who is funding your registration?  
13. Housing request form  
14. Comfortable sharing with the same gender  
15. Comfortable sharing with any gender 
16. Special Accommodations 
17. Agree to terms & conditions/ Code of conduct 

You can do this by logging back into the registration site with the link included in your confirmation email. You can change contact information and registrations. If you run into problems, please reach out to nccwsl@aauw.org and we can initiate changes for you.   

Yes. Students can apply for national scholarships. Both full and partial scholarships will be awarded based on merit, financial need and availability.

No. You need only complete your scholarship application. If awarded a scholarship you will be given a special link to register yourself. If you are not awarded a scholarship but still plan to attend, you will be able to register at our early-bird rate

National scholarships are provided through AAUW’s national office and cover residential or commuter registration, one optional add-on activity, and scheduled meals. Awardees will be registered by AAUW staff. 

Local branch/state scholarships are provided through AAUW branches and states in your area. Recipients receive funding directly from an AAUW branch or state, and the amounts may vary. To inquire about local funding, please work with your local branch or state directly. Find your local branch here.

Note: You cannot receive both a national and a local branch/state scholarship. 

No. Scholarships are nontransferable.

No. Awards can be used only for registration.

Yes, with limited refunds. View our cancellation policy.

Note: We will not be accepting registrations, transfers, or refunds after April 30.

Find the 2024 conference agenda here!

NCCWSL provides all attendees with access to the NCCWSL app one month out of the conference.

There will be free Wi-Fi on site. 

As an attendee, it is not currently necessary to pre-register for sessions at the upcoming National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL). Detailed guidance, including how to personalize your event itinerary, will be provided via our official Mobile App. Instructions will be distributed 2-3 weeks before the conference commencement. In this app, you will have the opportunity to select and add desired sessions to your agenda. Additionally, NCCWSL organizers may introduce a sign-up feature for certain events to effectively manage room capacities and ensure a seamless experience for all participants. Please stay tuned for further updates and be prepared to engage in this dynamic scheduling process as the conference approaches. 

Check our packing list here!

There is no official dress code for NCCWSL but business casual is appreciated. Attendees are encouraged to dress in cocktail or semi-formal attire for the Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony Friday evening.

• Residential registration 

2 nights lodging in traditional style A/C accommodations from May 30-June 1, 2024.
Standard linen, parking permits, and administrative fees are included.

• Meals included

2 breakfasts, 1 boxed lunch, 2 dinners

• Commuter Registration 

Meal plan to include 2 breakfasts, 1 boxed lunch, 2 dinners.

Administrative fees are included.

Parking and housing not included.

No. If you are accompanied by a partner or other family members we recommend that you stay in a nearby hotel. Hotel accommodations are not included in registration and cannot be substituted for housing at the university. If you stay at a hotel, be sure to register as a commuter attendee.

Meals provided during the conference, regardless of registration type, meal plan to include 2 breakfasts, 1 boxed lunch, and 2 dinners.

Please list all special needs and requests on your registration form. AAUW staff will be in touch prior to the conference to ensure that your time with us is enjoyable and seamless. If you have further concerns and would like to speak with a member of our staff please email nccwsl@aauw.org.

Yes. Please list any restrictions on your registration.

Yes! Follow AAUW at @AAUW on Twitter and @aauwnational on Instagram. Tag your posts with #NCCWSL24.

Learn about NCCWSL sponsorship opportunities here.

Workshop applications are open and close February 6. Learn about presenting a workshop at NCCWSL here.

You can donate directly to the NCCWSL fund here.