Why Join NISOA?
Join a community of roughly 5k officials across the US. #NISOANation #NISOAFamily
Learn why our members love NISOA
Best in Class education for the collegiate game
NISOA was founded to educate, train and develop officials specifically for the collegiate game. We leverage world class instructors to provide technical and practical advice to officials so they can be their best every game.
Local Chapter Knowledge & Assignments
With over 100 chapters across the US, NISOA has a vast footprint. Several of our local chapters assign games within their regions, and have the local market knowledge that only those in that area would know. They'll help you navigate the local landscape and achieve your goals!
Opportunities & Exposure
Partnerships across all major conferences allows our members to receive preferential assignments. Our National NISOAs are the top 1% of all college officials and membership lists are shares with NCAA Coordinators for post season consideration.
Community & Network
Join the #NISOAFamily with over 4,500 members across the country, we understand your evolving needs and build a community who's here to support you for your career peaks and valleys. Educational experiences are thoughtfully designed to provide networking with college legends in the game as well as those providing opportunities today.
Partner Discounts
Our members enjoy an array of partnership discounts from apparel to travel partners, notepads to new technology and the latest and greatest referee gadgets. It's the membership that keeps on giving!
Become a member today
Interested in becoming a member? Learn the requirements and take the first steps to becoming a collegiate official.