Connect to SBL’s extensive community of scholars, teachers, and other professionals in biblical studies. For over 130 years SBL has served the interests of its members and the field at large. SBL members are part of a vital network that provides access to targeted career services, the latest news of the field, font tools and digital texts, and timely, critical reviews of the latest scholarship. When you attend SBL’s Annual, Global Virtual, or International Meeting, you have the opportunity to expand your professional network, participate in compelling sessions covering the full range of biblical studies, and hone your skills in professional-development workshops.
Donate to SBL
The generous contributions from our volunteer leaders, members, and friends are greatly appreciated. Through your support the Society is able to:
- Grant SBL Awards to young scholars
- Provide resources for the International Cooperation Initiative, which works to promote the exchange of ideas, scholarship, and leadership between scholars and students globally
- Develop cutting edge fonts and other digital tools
- Meet the needs of teachers in US public education who are developing Bible courses for ninth through twelfth grades.
Membership Rates
| Total Personal Annual Income | Student | Full | Public |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0 – $20,000 | $20 | $25 | $22 |
| $20,000 – $34,999 | $45 | $60 | $45 |
| $35,000 – $49,999 | $45 | $90 | $65 |
| $50,000 – $74,999 | $50 | $145 | $100 |
| $75,000 – $99,999 | $50 | $200 | $135 |
| $100,000 – $124,999 | $60 | $240 | $175 |
| $125,000 and over | $60 | $265 | $190 |
Membership Types
| Student Membership Currently enrolled students receive the benefits of a full membership at a discounted rate. |
| Full Membership Join as a full member if you are a professional scholar and interested in participating fully in the society. This includes attending and presenting papers at meetings, full access to career resources and participating in the governance of the Society. |
| Public Membership Public memberships are for those interested in the many on-line benefits of SBL membership. Public members are restricted from many aspects of membership and cannot participate in the governance of the Society or propose papers for any SBL meeting although they can attend. |
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Become a member and enjoy the benefits of joining an international community of scholars, teachers, and students.