FAQs

• Do I have to be a member of the ACFE National to join the Greater Chicago Chapter?

  • No, you do not.

• What steps should I take to begin the process of becoming a CFE?

  • The National ACFE's website has detailed steps about becoming a CFE (the application process, preparing for the exam, etc.). Visit http://www.acfe.com or contact [email protected] or call 800-245-3321.

• I belong to ACFE National, do I pay 'member' fees or 'non-member' fees when attending a Chapter event?

  • If you are a current member of the Greater Chicago Chapter, you pay the member fee. If you are a current member at the National level but NOT at the Chapter level, you pay the non-member fee. The Greater Chicago Chapter does promote a discounted meeting/event fee for current chapter members.

• I no longer can attend an ACFE Chicago event for which I have pre-registered and paid. Is the registration fee refundable?

  • Yes, provided notice of cancellation is provided at least 24 hours prior. No-shows will be billed.

• Are membership fees refundable?

  • Membership dues are paid on a yearly basis. Thus, they may only be refunded if the request is received PRIOR to the start of the next membership year for which you have paid.