Benefits Overview

Your membership supports APA’s mission to promote the advancement of psychology to benefit society and improve lives.

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Discover an array of advantages and resources designed to enhance both your personal and professional journey as an APA member. Dive into our APA Member Benefits overview video to further explore these valuable offerings!

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Member-Exclusive Content

Focused on topics such as professional development, managing student debt, networking, and more. LEARN MORE

Highly Cited Research

Downloadable collections of research from APA publications on topics ranging from neuroscience to I/O psychology. LEARN MORE

Student Loan Benefits

Discounted rates on refinancing for existing federal, private, undergraduate, and graduate school loans. LEARN MORE

Free CE Credit Programs

Earn 5 FREE credits (1 CE credit per program) annually from select Monitor on Psychology’s “CE Corner” series and learn about the latest developments across psychology. LEARN MORE

Professional Training

Live and VOD learning on topics such as improving your professional presence, innovation to better navigate the future of psychology, and help understanding the changes to how mental health services are being delivered. LEARN MORE

Member Discounts

Save on APA Style, journals, scholarly, academic, children’s, and teen books, plus videos. You also receive exclusive discounts through the APA Member Advantage Program. LEARN MORE

Support at Every Career Stage

Mixing personal benefits and advocacy for the field, an APA membership helps you get ahead while giving back.

Full Member

To be a full member of APA you need a doctoral degree in psychology or a related field from: a regionally accredited institution; a school that achieved such accreditation within five years of the doctoral degree; or a school of similar standing outside of the United States.

Your degree needs to be based, in part, upon a psychological dissertation or other evidence of proficiency in psychological scholarship. If your degree is from an institution outside of the United States you’ll need to show U.S. equivalency.

APA membership is effective Jan. 1 through Dec. 31. If you join APA between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31, you will enjoy membership through the next calendar year.

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Associate Member

To be an associate member of APA you shall (a) have completed at least two years of graduate work in psychology in a regionally accredited graduate or professional school or (b) have a master's degree in psychology from a regionally accredited graduate or professional school.

APA membership is effective Jan. 1 through Dec. 31. If you join APA between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31, you will enjoy membership through the next calendar year.

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International Affiliate

Psychologists outside the United States and Canada who are members of the national psychology association in the country in which they reside are eligible to join APA as International Affiliates.

As an international affiliate, you will join psychologists from more than 145 countries in being eligible to take advantage of APA member benefits for products and services and to receive news and specialized international information. Psychologists from low-income countries are eligible for a special rate.

APA membership is effective Jan. 1 through Dec. 31. If you join APA between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31, you will enjoy membership through the next calendar year.

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Graduate Student Member

To be a graduate student member of APA you need to be enrolled in a graduate-level program in psychology or another related field.

APA membership is effective from Jan. 1 through Dec. 31. If you join APA between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31, you will enjoy membership through the next calendar year.

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Undergraduate Student Affiliate

Anyone studying psychology as an undergraduate student is welcome to join APA as an undergraduate student affiliate.

Undergraduate student affiliates are also welcome, for a small additional fee, to join the American Psychological Association of Graduate Students (APAGS), a dynamic student-run organization that helps members prepare for their careers.

APA membership is effective Jan. 1 through Dec. 31. If you join APA between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31, you will enjoy membership through the next calendar year.

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High School Student Affiliate

APA has a special affiliate program just for high school students. Anyone enrolled as a high school student can become an affiliate of APA.

APA membership is effective Jan. 1 through Dec. 31. If you join APA between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31, you will enjoy membership through the next calendar year.

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Community College Teacher Affiliate

Psychology teachers at community colleges are invited to join APA as community college teacher affiliates. As a community college teacher affiliate, you will join your colleagues participating in Psychology Teachers in Community Colleges (PT@CC), a group of members and affiliates of APA established in 2001. Its elected executive committee represents the interests of community college psychology teachers.

APA membership is effective Jan. 1 through Dec. 31. If you join APA between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31, you will enjoy membership through the next calendar year.

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High School Teacher Affiliate

Teachers of high school psychology who are not eligible to become APA members may become high school teacher affiliates. As a high school teacher affiliate of APA, you'll automatically become a member of Teachers of Psychology in Secondary Schools (TOPSS), the national organization representing the needs of psychology teachers at the high school level. TOPSS priorities include developing materials and resources for high school psychology, networking among all teaching levels of psychology and providing a visible, national voice for secondary school teachers of psychology.

APA membership is effective Jan. 1 through Dec. 31. If you join APA between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31, you will enjoy membership through the next calendar year.

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Life Status Member

Any member who has reached the age of 65 and has belonged to APA for a total of 25 years may choose to begin the dues-reduction process, culminating in dues exception. Any member who, regardless of age or length of membership, has been adjudged totally and permanently disabled may choose to become exempt from dues.

You must notify APA Member Services to begin the process.

APA membership is effective Jan. 1 through Dec. 31. If you join APA between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31, you will enjoy membership through the next calendar year.

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Supporter

As an APA Supporter, you're not just investing in your future—you’re shaping the future of psychology. Your continued support drives the growth and recognition of our field, fueling APA’s mission to advance and apply psychological science for the betterment of society.

Plus, you enjoy exclusive member benefits and discounts.

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Exclusive Content for Members and Affiliates

Find the latest information in your area of expertise, hot-button topics, and a wealth of benefits and services designed with APA members in mind.

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"APA has provided me with access to literature, students, and professionals who have proven to be assets to my education and career trajectory. I love the trainings and webinars as well!"

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Student Affiliate

"APA is the only organization that addresses my professional needs. This is critical to my function as a clinical psychologist."

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Fellow

"APA has provided me with resources to provide a well-rounded education to my students."

Emma Mundy

High School Teacher Affiliate

Join One of APA's 54 Divisions

APA’s 54 divisions are interest groups organized by members. Some represent subdisciplines of psychology (e.g., experimental, social or clinical) while others focus on topical areas such as aging, ethnic minorities, or trauma.

Divisions offer a way to connect with like-minded individuals but are also a great way to explore new interests. Divisions offer unique member experiences, a variety of benefits, and a professional home. Join a division (or several divisions) today.

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Introducing the Newly Redesigned

APA Membership Directory

As an exclusive benefit of membership, APA members and affiliates can access the APA Membership Directory. The Directory enables you to connect with colleagues from down the street or across the globe. Update your profile with the most thorough information so that others can better find you and the expertise that you provide.

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APA Monitor+ App

The APA Monitor+ app features the latest content from the Monitor on Psychology magazine—plus news and podcasts. The newly added Membership section offers specialized resources, trainings, and networking opportunities. Download the app now for free!

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Grants, Awards, and Funding

Find research funding, scholarships, honors and awards from APA and other psychology-related organizations.

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APA BOOKS

Enjoy Up to 25% Off APA Books®

Members save on hundreds of books and videos.

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Up to 60% Off Nonmember Journal Subscription Rates

Start saving on more than 80 scholarly and professional journals, and enjoy an annual publications credit toward an APA journal or APA PsycNET® subscription + access to journal back issues with a paid subscription.

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APA Merch Store

Show your love of psychology with fun and unique swag from the new APA Merch Store. Check out our collection of trendy T-shirts, practical mugs, adorable onesies, colorful socks and more.

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