Membership in AAUW is currently restricted to women (and men) who hold a degree from an accredited college or university, including a two-year Associates degree.   The Kona Branch supports the efforts of Open AAUW, which proposes the elimination of the eligibility requirement.  We feel the actions of a person devoted to our mission are more important than his or her educational background.

As of 2025 national/state/local dues are $100 per year, with $74 going to national, $10 going to Hawaii state, and $16 staying at our local Kona branch. National dues were raised by $2 in 2025-26.