AHS is building a professional network of individuals and organizations committed to maintaining strong and principled U.S. leadership in global affairs. Our professional chapters in Washington, D.C. and New York City are robust communities that convene distinguished professionals with an interest in national security and foreign policy from the worlds of academia, business, finance, journalism, politics, and policymaking. By connecting like-minded peers across spheres and supporting their intellectual and professional pursuits, we seek to build the bench of talented people looking to serve the country over the course of their lives and careers. Their experience and passion are central to the revitalization of strong and principled American leadership in global affairs. Our chapters regularly host senior U.S. policy officials and experts on critical topics to discuss current challenges facing the United States. These and other professional chapter events provide opportunities for professional development, networking, and exposure to foreign and defense policy leaders.
We are actively accepting new membership registration. Membership dues are tax-deductible donations which help support our critical programming across the country and are billed annually. For membership purposes, alumni refers to documented members of one of our AHS college chapters and/or participants in the Security and Strategy Seminar. Please reach out to Molly Tobin (molly@hamsoc.org) with any questions.
Membership Tiers
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Professional Member
$250+
Alumni under 30: $250
Under 30: $500
Alumni over 30: $750
Over 30: $1,000- Invitations to members-only events in Washington, DC and New York City for member and one guest
- Invitations to virtual Hamiltonian programming, including book talks and wargames
- Access to the AHS network of alumni, scholars, and affiliates
- Regular updates on our programming through the AHS tri-annual newsletter Copies of annual AHS publications, The Hamiltonian and Security and Strategy
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Leadership Circle
$5,000+
Members receive all benefits of Professional Membership, plus:
- Additional guest invitations for members-only events
- Invitations to 1-2 private dinners with speakers following professional chapter events in New York City and Washington, DC
- Invitation to attend the annual Student Leadership Conference reception held in July every year in Washington, DC
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Statemen's Circle
$25,000+
Members receive all benefits of the Leadership Circle, plus:
- Invitations to all private dinners with speakers following professional chapter events in New York City and Washington, DC
- Invitations to attend any sessions of the Student Leadership Conference and opening and closing dinners of Security and Strategy Seminar
- Invitations to private events with marquee speakers in New York City and Washington, DC
- Access to hosted visits on AHS campuses with our student leaders
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Hamilton's Circle
$50,000+
Members receive all benefits of Statesmen’s Circle, plus:
- Invitations to attend the annual Strategy and Security Conference and any session of the Security and Strategy Seminar
Corporate Membership: $25,000+
Please reach out to Molly Tobin (molly@hamsoc.org) for more information.
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Testimonials
Callahan Stoub
As a kid who grew up in rural Michigan, I always had an interest in foreign policy but no family connections or industry insights to figure out how to get to DC. Joining the Hillsdale College AHS chapter changed the trajectory of my dreams and made them a reality. When I graduated and moved to DC, I had an instant group of friends and mentors that wouldn't exist anywhere else. Today, I stay connected through the professional chapter. The professional development opportunities are great, but more than anything I know AHS is preparing future national security leaders, and I believe it is one of the best investments I can make for a safer, stronger United States.
Ian Merritt
I participated in all four of the Alexander Hamilton Society’s Security and Strategy Seminars on Iran, China, Russia, and defense policy from 2020 to 2024. Participating in SSS provided an incredible experience to learn and engage with an impressive range of foreign and defense policy experts and practitioners, in both the guest speakers and the other fellows, that deepened my understanding of the geopolitical challenges facing the United States. I also developed lasting connections and friendships through the seminars that continue to have an impact on my work and career.
Ashley Rhoades
As one of the chairs of the AHS DC professional chapter, I'm proud to say that the Alexander Hamilton Society provides much more than the typical DC networking experience. While the opportunity to engage with high-level defense and foreign policy officials as speakers and mentors is undoubtedly a perk, I have found just as much value in the network of peers and close friendships I've developed. In a city where the only constant is change, AHS has managed to cultivate an enduring community of individuals brought together by a love for America and commitment to Hamiltonian principles.
David Rader
AHS is unique in foreign policy and national security circles in Washington DC because it is the only professional organization that convenes both world leaders and future leaders for private, candid, and open engagements on today's most pressing topics. It is easy to hear a former Secretary of Defense speak at a venue about the world around them, but it is very rare to have dinner with him later that day and talk through his decision-making process, his biggest motivations throughout his career, and his biggest missteps. AHS is the best place in Washington to have a seat at that dinner table.