The EDS Chapter of the Year Award is given each year based on the quantity and quality of the activities and programs implemented by the chapters during the prior July 1 – June 30 period. Nominations for the award can only be made by Chapter Partners, SRC Chairs/Vice-Chairs, or self-nominated by Chapter Chairs. The winning chapter will receive a certificate and check for $1000 to be presented at the International Electron Devices Meeting (IEDM). The schedule for the award process is as follows:
| Action | Date |
| Call for Nominations E-Mailed to Chapter Chairs, Chapter Partners, SRC Chairs & SRC Vice-Chairs | 6/1 |
| Deadline for Nominations | 9/15 |
| Regions/Chapters Committee Selects Winner | Early-October |
| Award given to Chapter Representative at IEDM | First week of December |