How & When to Register


How to Register


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How does ACDA conference registration work?
ACDA handles registration in waves:

  1. Super-Region Registration (October 7-13): Schools can register for any conference within their super region.
  2. All-Member Registration (October 14 & onward): Schools can register for any conference across the country, regardless of region or super region.
  3. Student Registration Caps Lifted (October 21): Schools can register additional students, space permitting.
  4. Non-Member Registration (October 28): Registration opens for non-members.

When to Register


October 7, 2026Super Region Registration Opens
Use Super Region Passcode Sent by ACDA National Office
October 14, 2026All Member Registration Opens 
Use National Passcode Sent by ACDA National Office
October 21, 2026Student Caps Are Lifted
October 28, 2026Non-Member Registration Opens
No Passcode Needed
No Later Than 2 Weeks After RegisteringPayment or Proof of Intention to Pay Due Within Two Weeks of Registration
December 15, 2026Full Payment Due
December 15, 2026Early Bird Registration Discount Ends
Late Registration Fees in Effect+$25 Added to All Registration Fees
4 Weeks from the Start of the ConferenceConference Cancellation Deadline
4 Weeks from the Start of the ConferenceAll attendee-related materials must be submitted no later than 4 weeks prior to the start of the conference, unless otherwise stated by the Conference Coordinator.