Current Collegiate Chapters & Entities

Building a National Network of Emerging Global Leaders!

BPIA Collegiate Chapters are active across leading universities, cultivating a community of students dedicated to global engagement and leadership. From Washington, D.C. to Atlanta, our chapters represent a growing national network committed to shaping the future of international affairs through service, dialogue, and professional development.

Each chapter hosts events that connect students to diplomats, policy experts, and industry leaders while advancing BPIA’s mission to expand access and representation in global spaces. Together, they embody the next generation of professionals driving change—locally and globally.

Disclaimer:
BPIA Collegiate Chapters and affiliated entities operate under the umbrella of Black Professionals in International Affairs (BPIA). An entity is recognized as a BPIA Collegiate Chapter once formally organized and acknowledged by BPIA, regardless of its current registration status with a college or university. While some chapters are in the process of obtaining official campus recognition, all entities listed here are authorized to represent BPIA’s collegiate programming and mission on behalf of the organization.

BPIA Collegiate Chapter Toolkit

The BPIA Collegiate Chapter Toolkit equips student leaders with the resources and guidance needed to establish and sustain a thriving chapter on campus. The toolkit includes a comprehensive Founders Guide, sample Constitution and Bylaws, Leadership Position Descriptions, and Event Planning Templates to ensure chapters operate with consistency and excellence. It also provides a Branding and Communications Guide outlining approved logos, visual standards, and messaging language to help chapters maintain alignment with BPIA’s national identity while expressing their campus character.

Beyond documentation, the toolkit offers a Chapter Launch Checklist, Membership Recruitment Guide, and Annual Reporting Template to help student leaders track engagement, document impact, and plan strategic growth. New chapters also gain access to mentorship from BPIA’s Collegiate Council and professional members, as well as invitations to exclusive national events, virtual dialogues, and leadership development sessions. Together, these tools provide a clear roadmap for chapters to build influence, create meaningful programs, and strengthen BPIA’s national collegiate network.

View Collegiate Chapter Toolkit

Start a Collegiate Chapter Today!

Starting a BPIA Collegiate Chapter is your opportunity to be part of a national movement shaping the next generation of global changemakers. As a chapter founder, you’ll lead peers in exploring international careers, hosting thought-provoking events, and building professional networks that extend far beyond your campus. You’ll gain hands-on leadership experience, connect directly with diplomats, scholars, and industry leaders, and position your university as a hub for global dialogue and civic engagement.

Whether your passion is foreign policy, international business, or community impact, your chapter will serve as a bridge between campus and the world. BPIA provides the resources, mentorship, and visibility you need to bring your vision to life—from the official charter and toolkit to ongoing leadership training. Starting a chapter means joining a national network of students who are not waiting for the future to change—they’re creating it now.

Complete Prospective Collegiate Chapter Interest Form 

For any questions, you can email collegiatecouncil@iabpia.org

BPIA Collegiate Fund

The BPIA Collegiate Fund empowers university-based chapters and entities to grow their impact through funding for leadership, service, and innovation. Designed to strengthen the pipeline of emerging global leaders, the Fund provides direct financial support for student-led programming, professional development, and community engagement initiatives. By investing in BPIA’s collegiate network, this Fund ensures that chapters can host high-quality events, participate in national programs, and expand opportunities for their members to learn and lead in international affairs.

Eligible chapters and recognized entities may apply through a transparent process overseen by the BPIA Collegiate Council. Funding is available in three categories:

1. Event Support Grants – for hosting panels, conferences, or networking mixers.

2. Leadership Development Scholarships – for conference attendance, study abroad, or training programs.

3. Innovation Mini-Grants – for creative, student-led projects that advance BPIA’s mission.

Funds are available exclusively to active BPIA Collegiate Chapters or approved entities. For more information or to request an application, please contact collegiatecouncil@iabpia.org