Chartered Associations

Chartered associations are one of the most valuable assets in providing resources and leadership to help local chapters.

Chartered associations are authorized by DECA Inc. to administer programs and services within a specific geographic area — such as a state, province or territory. Charters are issued by DECA Inc. separately for the high school and college divisions. Each state’s department of education holds the high school division charter. Collegiate charters are held either by state departments of education or a non-profit corporation. Each chartered association must meet criteria to remain in good standing and retain its charter.

All high school DECA chapters and collegiate DECA chapters (where applicable) belong to a chartered association, which is one of the most valuable assets in providing resources and leadership to help local chapters thrive.

51
High School Chartered Associations
18
Collegiate Chartered Associations
3,700
High School Chapters
200
Collegiate Chapters