The Jesuit Honor Society, Alpha Sigma Nu

What The Jesuit Honor Society, Alpha Sigma Nu does

Alpha Sigma Nu is a 501(c)-style non-profit honor society founded in 1915 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, operating as the only honor society permitted to bear the name "Jesuit." The Society recognizes students at Jesuit colleges and universities who distinguish themselves in scholarship, loyalty, and service — invitations extend to the top 15-20% of students who have completed half of their credits, with chapters committed to inducting up to 5% of eligible students. It operates 32 active student chapters, including 27 in the United States and additional international chapters in Canada and South Korea, with broader federation presence in Peru. Lifetime membership provides access to a permanent alumni network organized through regional clubs in major cities, a member directory, mentorship programs, the Triennial Conference held every three years, and recognition programs such as the Magis Medal, 10 Under 10 Award, Chapter of the Year Award, and the new Presidential Partnership Award.

Revenue is generated primarily through a one-time $70 lifetime membership fee (with chapters commonly adding to reach $90-$100 total per inductee), supplemented by merchandise sales through the AΣN Shop, event registration fees, and donations including endowed scholarships such as the $250,000 Sargent Family Scholarship and the $75,000 Haig Fund. The Society operates with a lean central office staff of approximately 91 people supporting chapters, alumni clubs, awards administration, and fundraising. It does not operate proprietary technology platforms beyond standard web infrastructure; the underlying "technology" is its century-old credential, network, and governance model — a federally chartered honor society designation under Jesuit authority.

The go-to-market model is community-led and invitation-based: students are nominated by Jesuit institutions, inducted through chapter ceremonies, and retained for life. Distribution relies on formal charters with Jesuit universities, each operating a Chapter Adviser and Coordinator, with alumni engagement sustained through regional clubs and periodic events. The Society is governed by a Board of Directors, with leadership including Executive Director Clara Dwyer (appointed 2022), Director of Development and Alumni Relations Amy O'Neil, and Director of Operations and Communications Sarah Craine. Alpha Sigma Nu maintains close strategic alignment with the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU) and the international Jesuit network, including recent engagement at the IAJU Assembly in Bogota and induction of Father General Rev. Arturo Sosa, S.J. at the Jesuit Curia in Rome in January 2026.

Name

The Jesuit Honor Society, Alpha Sigma Nu

Legal name

Alpha Sigma Nu

Website

https://alphasigmanu.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1915

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Alpha Sigma Nu is a non-profit Jesuit honor society founded in 1915 that recognizes top students at Jesuit universities for scholarship, loyalty, and service, operating 32 chapters across the U.S., Canada, South Korea, and Peru, and engaging lifetime members through alumni clubs, conferences, scholarships, and awards.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Honor Society / Educational Membership Organization

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDALAOAA

Alumni Relations & Alumni Engagement Programs

Education/Student Services & Campus Operations/Alumni Relations, Development & Campus Community Engagement

SECONDARYBPAMABAK

Student & Alumni Communities

Business & Public Services/Web, Mobile & Digital Platforms/Social Networks & Online Communities

SECONDARYEDALAOAC

Major Gifts, Planned Giving & Endowment Development

Education/Student Services & Campus Operations/Alumni Relations, Development & Campus Community Engagement

SECONDARYEDALAOAF

Alumni Communications, Marketing & Publications

Education/Student Services & Campus Operations/Alumni Relations, Development & Campus Community Engagement

Keywords

• Honor society
• Jesuit education
• Membership organization
• Academic recognition
• Alumni network

Headquarters

HQ city

Milwaukee

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Lifetime Membership Dues: The primary revenue stream is a one-time lifetime membership fee of $70 per member (student and honorary). This includes a certificate and pin manufactured in the United States. Individual chapters may add additional fees on top of this base fee to cover local programming, induction ceremonies, graduation medallions, and post-induction receptions. Total chapter fees typically range from $90-$100.
2. Merchandise Sales: The organization operates an online shop (AΣN Shop) selling branded merchandise including tote bags, mugs, books, and other items for members.
3. Event Registration Fees: The organization charges registration fees for events such as alumni gatherings, conferences, and celebrations. For example, the 110th Anniversary celebration had a $50 registration fee, and alumni social events range from $25-$50 per person.
4. Donations and Scholarships: Alpha Sigma Nu receives charitable donations and has established endowed scholarships, including the $250,000 Sargent Family Scholarship for first-generation student members. Donors support the organization's mission and scholarship programs through giving day campaigns and planned giving.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

Alpha Sigma Nu is a non-profit Jesuit honor society that confers lifetime membership on students at Jesuit colleges and universities who distinguish themselves in scholarship, loyalty, and service. The organization operates 32 student chapters, regional alumni clubs, an online merchandise shop, and administers scholarships, awards, and the Heroic Leadership for All professional development program in partnership with Santa Clara University.

Product overview

Alpha Sigma Nu is an honor society for Jesuit colleges and universities that offers a portfolio of membership services, publications, grants, scholarships, awards, and professional development programs. The organization operates 32 active student chapters (27 in the U.S., plus international chapters in Canada and elsewhere), regional alumni clubs, and administers various scholarship and grant programs including the $250,000 endowed Sargent Family Scholarship and $75,000 Haig Fund Grant. Core offerings include the annual Alpha Sigma Nu Magazine (now digital-only since Fall 2024), the AΣN Shop for merchandise, the Member Directory for networking, and recognition programs including the Magis Medal, Chapter of the Year Award, and 10 under 10 Award. The society also provides professional development through programs like Heroic Leadership for All and hosts the Triennial Conference every three years.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• 110 years of continuous operation and growth as the premier Jesuit honor society
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlpha Sigma Nu operates in close partnership with AJCU. The organizations co-host events including the Triennial Conference alongside the AJCU Mission Officers Meeting. AJCU Vice President of Communications Deanna Howes Spiro serves on the Alpha Sigma Nu Board of Directors. Collaboration includes shared mission events and leadership programming.
• Boston CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoston College hosts Alpha Sigma Nu induction ceremonies and events. Rev. William P. Leahy, SJ, President of Boston College, was honored with the Alpha Sigma Nu Presidential Partnership Award. Boston College was named Chapter of the Year and hosts the ASN chapter including School of Theology and Ministry students.
• Saint Peter's UniversitymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSaint Peter's University hosted the 36th Triennial Conference of Alpha Sigma Nu from November 5-7, 2025, alongside the AJCU Mission Officers Meeting.
• Fordham UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFordham University President Tania Tetlow was honored with the inaugural Alpha Sigma Nu Presidential Partnership Award. Fordham completed the $350 million Cura Personalis Campaign under her leadership, including a $100 million gift for STEM programs. Rev. Thomas Regan, SJ, serves as Superior of the Fordham Jesuit Community and is Vice Chair of the Alpha Sigma Nu Board of Directors.
• International Association of Jesuit Universities (IAJU)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlpha Sigma Nu participated in the 2025 IAJU Assembly at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Bogotá, Colombia. The gathering themed 'Our Mission in Challenging Times' brought together Jesuit university leaders from around the world to reflect on the future of Jesuit higher education.
• America MediamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAmerica Media hosted Alpha Sigma Nu's 110th Anniversary celebration and Presidential Partnership Award ceremony at their offices in midtown Manhattan, New York.
• Santa Clara UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlpha Sigma Nu partnered with Santa Clara University to provide the Heroic Leadership for All program, developed by Chris Lowney and delivered 100% online. Santa Clara University was named Chapter of the Year for strengthening alumni engagement and supporting holistic member development. Fr. Nicholas Santos, SJ (Marquette '13) led the ASN cohort.
• Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United StatescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Jesuit Conference is a key strategic partner. Eric Clayton, Deputy Director of Communications at the Jesuit Conference, provides remarks at Alpha Sigma Nu events and is a published author on Ignatian spirituality. The organizations share programming around Ignatian spirituality and Jesuit mission.
• Jesuit Curia / Society of JesuscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlpha Sigma Nu inducted Father General, Rev. Arturo Sosa, S.J., the Superior General of the Society of Jesus, into the Jesuit Honor Society at the Jesuit Curia in Rome, Italy in January 2026.
• Fordham Jesuit CommunitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRev. Thomas Regan, SJ, serves as Superior of the Fordham Jesuit Community and Vice Chair of the Alpha Sigma Nu Board of Directors, bridging the Jesuit religious community with the honor society.
• Campion College (Saskatchewan, Canada)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCampion College, part of the International Federation of Alpha Sigma Nu, held its 2024-2025 induction ceremony. Campion College is one of the Canadian institutions with an Alpha Sigma Nu chapter.
• Universidad del Pacífico (Peru)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUniversidad del Pacífico new inductees were inducted with participation from the University Rector, Chapter Adviser, faculty and staff. Part of the international federation expansion of Alpha Sigma Nu.
• Sogang University (South Korea)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSogang University has an Alpha Sigma Nu chapter as part of the international federation of the Jesuit Honor Society.
• Regis University (Canada)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegis University in Canada has an active Alpha Sigma Nu chapter. Named Chapter of the Year for involving top campus leaders in their processes and executing personalized programs.
• Testarossa WineryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTestarossa Winery in Los Gatos, California served as the venue for Alpha Sigma Nu's Northern California Alumni Event, hosting member-exclusive gatherings.
• Fr. Gene's Help Center (Milwaukee)minorOthersThe Milwaukee Alumni Club (Danihy Club) partners with Fr. Gene's Help Center for service events, including their Day of Service activities.
• Samaritan House (Denver)minorOthersThe Denver Alumni Club partners with Samaritan House for their Day of Service initiatives.
• The Dwelling Place (New York)minorOthersThe New York City Alumni Club serves dinner at The Dwelling Place, a homeless shelter for women.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• National Honor Society (NHS): The largest and most recognized U.S. academic honor society, operating chapters primarily at high schools but with a parallel collegiate affiliate (National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society, Alpha Beta Kappa). Comparable recognition and chapter model, though at a different educational level.
• Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU): The umbrella organization for all 27 U.S. Jesuit colleges and universities. AJCU is a strategic partner of ASN, sits on its board, and co-hosts programming; comparable as the broader institutional ecosystem Alpha Sigma Nu operates within.

Direct peers

• Golden Key International Honour Society: An international academic honor society with chapters at universities globally, recognizing top-performing students and offering lifetime membership benefits, scholarships, and alumni programming similar to Alpha Sigma Nu.
• Phi Beta Kappa: The oldest and most prestigious academic honor society in the U.S., operating chapters at selective liberal arts colleges and research universities. Like Alpha Sigma Nu, Phi Beta Kappa grants lifetime membership recognition for academic excellence and operates a chapter-based model with alumni programming.
• Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society: An international honor society for scientific research with chapter-based operations at universities, lifetime membership, and grant/award programs comparable to Alpha Sigma Nu's scholarship and recognition model.
• Alpha Kappa Delta: An international sociology honor society affiliated with the American Sociological Association. Like Alpha Sigma Nu, it operates a chapter-based model with lifetime membership and scholarships for members at colleges and universities.
• Omicron Delta Kappa: A national leadership honor society recognizing collegiate and alumni leaders across five phases of campus life. Mirrors ASN's recognition of student leaders and operates a chapter network with alumni engagement programming at colleges and universities.
• Mortar Board: A national honor society recognizing college seniors for distinguished scholarship, leadership, and service. Operates with a similar chapter-based model at universities, lifetime alumni membership, and recognition programming comparable to Alpha Sigma Nu.
• Phi Kappa Phi: The nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline academic honor society with chapters across hundreds of universities. Comparable to ASN in its multi-institutional chapter model, lifetime membership recognition, and emphasis on scholarship across diverse fields of study.

Others

• Order of the Engineer: A fellowship of engineers who have participated in an oath-based induction ceremony at colleges. Comparable as a lifetime membership honor society operating at universities with induction rituals and alumni engagement, though focused specifically on engineering graduates.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/@AlphaSigmaNu
• Facebookfacebook.com/alphasigmanu
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/alpha-sigma-nu-inc-
• Instagraminstagram.com/alphasigmanu

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

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