Non-Student Memberships

• Every member must present a physical, valid UNCG SpartanCard/University ID or Kaplan Center ID card upon access to all facilities.
  • If a member forgets their University ID or Kaplan Center ID, another physical, valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, military ID) can be used for access.
  • The Department of Recreation and Wellness reserves the right to ask for identification at any time.
• Individuals using another individual’s ID will be denied access and the card will be confiscated. Individuals involved will have their account suspended, and must schedule a meeting with the Coordinator, Member Services. 

• Fall 2025 | August 18, 2025 – December 23, 2025
  • Prorate Dates | October 15, 2025 and December 1, 2025

• Spring 2026 | January 2, 2026 – May 10, 2026
  • Prorate Dates | March 16, 2026 and May 1, 2026

• Summer 2026 | May 11, 2026 – August 16, 2026
  • Prorate Dates | June 29, 2026 and August 1, 2026

• Annual Membership 2025 – 2026 | August 18, 2025 – August 16, 2026
  • Prorate Date | February 23, 2026

Summer 2026 renewals will be available starting Wednesday, April 15!

• Renewals must take place in-person during operating hours at the Welcome Desk of the Kaplan Center.
  • UNCG Alumni and Retirees have the opportunity to renew for the upcoming spring semester online via our online portal. We have created a resource to use when navigating the portal and your online account.
• A physical, valid University ID or government-issued photo ID must be presented upon registration.
• All information must be current and up to date: address, phone number, email, and emergency contact.
• A new waiver will be signed for the duration of the new membership, unless renewing within the same annual year.
• A new parking pass will be issued for those members who qualify, unless renewing within the same annual year.
• The same Kaplan Center ID card can be used unless damaged or lost. Any lost Kaplan Center IDs will be reprinted for a $10.00 replacement fee.
• All additional members must have their sponsor present to confirm the sponsor has an active membership and consents to sponsor again.
  • All members, with the exception of additional members, can sponsor two (2) additional members for the duration of their membership.

All memberships* and additional services must be paid up front by cash, check, or credit card (Visa or Mastercard only).
*Exception of Faculty/Staff monthly memberships via payroll deduction

Semester and Annual memberships
Fees are non-refundable unless membership is canceled within three business days of initial purchase. Membership fees are non-transferable to other membership periods and to other persons. 

Payroll Deduction memberships
The cancellation form must be submitted by the 10th of each month to avoid the next month’s deduction.

Exceptions may include moving beyond a 50-mile radius from UNCG, employment termination, or a physician-verified illness.

An individual who is currently employed at UNCG in the role of Faculty or Staff with a valid University ID.  Note: Employees taking classes using the UNCG employee tuition waiver will have the Student Activity Fee waived and therefore must pay the membership fee.

An individual who is currently employed at UNCG in the role of Staff at the Bookstore, Dining Hall, or Spartan Village with a valid University ID. Verification from a current supervisor/department with stated length of employment is required at signup.

An individual who is visiting UNCG for a limited time with a valid University ID (example: guest lecturer for a department). Verification from a current supervisor/department with stated length of employment is required at signup. 

An individual who retired from UNCG. 

An individual who graduated from UNCG with a degree and is joining for the semester directly following graduation. 

An individual who graduated from UNCG with a degree.

An individual who lives in the eligible perimeter of the Glenwood Neighborhood (the area bounded by Freeman Mill Road, West Gate City Boulevard, and Coliseum Boulevard) and is able to provide proof of residence upon joining. Proof of residence includes (not limited to): 

• current utility bill
• personal checks
• current lease agreement
• current insurance bill or card
• current bank or credit card statement
• current pay stub(s)
• government-issued check
• IRS documentation

An individual who is 18 years of age or older being sponsored for a membership by an individual who has an active membership at the Kaplan Center.