Fees & Registration

If you are a member of SCTRI or attended the SCT Conference since 2016, log in using the “Login” link on the top right. Otherwise, click the "Register" link in the top right corner to create an account.

Why do we ask you to register for an account? To prevent hackers from creating conference registrations just for fun. Hackers are welcome to the conference if they bring their curiosity and pay their fee.



If you need help registering for the conference, do not hesitate to contact us.

Registration Fees

Advance Registration til Apr 4 Early Registration Apr 5 - May 23 Registration after May 23
Member Non-Member Member Non-Member Member Non-Member
2-day Weekend Institute $450 $500 $500 $550 $550 $600
5-day Conference $850 $900 $900 $950 $950 $1,000
7-day Package $1,200 $1,300 $1,300 $1,400 $1,400 $1,500
1-day Conference* $225 $250 $250 $275 $275 $300
Friday Afternoon Only** $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100

Discounts available! Deduct:

  • $150 if you are a first-time attendee & registering for the 7-day package
    OR
  • $100 if you are a first-time attendee & registering for the 5-day conference
    OR
  • $50 if you are a first-time attendee & registering for the 2-day weekend institute 
  • 50% off your registration fee if you are a full-time student

* 1-day Conference includes a late morning drop-in group, afternoon workshop & Large Group
** Friday afternoon “Leading Edges in SCT” is included in the 5-day conference & 7-day package

Housing: Dormitory rooms are available on the Swarthmore campus for a fee of $75 per night (taxes included as are linens). If you are interested in staying in the dorms, please indicate this when you register and we will send you information. There are also hotels, rentals, and bed and breakfasts in the area. See Accommodations & Local Resources for more information.

Continuing Education Credits: The fee for CE credits is $35. Please request CEs when you register.  Click here for details on CE credits that are available. 

Become a Member of SCTRI: Membership in SCTRI is an opportunity to join a community of people working to learn and use systems-centered methods.
To learn more about membership benefits and to join click here.

Scholarship Opportunities: Scholarships covering 50% of your registration fees are available by application. Applications are due by March 10 and applicants will be notified by March 28. Select "I have applied for a scholarship" on the registration form to defer payment until notified of acceptance.

The program will prioritize applicants who are working in some of the following areas:

  • communities that are marginalized and/or disadvantaged
  • issues related to mental health
  • community development
  • client groups where diversity is represented
  • countering prejudice in respect of all the above criteria

Download the application (due March 10)

Work Exchange (WEX): WEX is an SCTRI member benefit that provides an opportunity to work on-site during the conference in exchange for reduced registration fees for the annual conference. WEX is based on resources and need and is available to members who otherwise would not be able to attend the annual conference because of financial restraining forces.

If attending the conference presents financial hardship, members are invited to contact Kathy Lum at admin@systemscentered.com to see what work exchange opportunities are available to offset some of the registration fees.

Student Rates and Group Discounts: Full-time students are eligible for a 50% reduction on registration fees. For group discounts, contact Kathy Lum at admin@systemscentered.com.

Refunds and Cancellation Policy: Full refunds minus a $50 processing fee until May 1, 2025. After this date, no refunds will be made. Refunds must be requested in writing to admin@systemscentered.com.

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