Students
Expand your knowledge, enhance your skills, and reach your potential.
Extraordinary Benefits for Students
APA provides exceptional benefits to help students like you excel in school, conduct research, and train for a career in psychology.
You’ll gain access to:
- Highly Respected Publications – Monitor on Psychology, American Psychologist, and APA Member Update to keep up-to-date on the latest news, developments, and trends.
- Career Support – Get career support through APA psycCareers and with professional development tools to prepare for your career in psychology.
- Premium Resources and Tools -
Access resource guides, mentoring programs, training materials, a wide variety of specialized convention programming geared specifically for students, and much more.
Undergraduate Student Member Benefits Video
APA offers a variety of benefits and resources to help you succeed as an undergraduate member. Watch the APA Undergraduate Student Member Benefits overview video to learn more!
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.
Plus, You’re Eligible for APAGS
Graduate students are automatically enrolled in the American Psychological Association of Graduate Students (APAGS), gaining access to essential resources for academic and career success, including:
- Translational Issues in Psychological Science (TPS) Digital Subscription: A student-led APA journal offering publishing, reviewing, and editorial opportunities.
- Eligibility to Apply for $200,000+ in APA Awards: Grants, research funding, and travel support.
- Leadership & Advocacy: Run for APAGS positions, serve on APA Boards, and vote in APA elections after one year.
- Exclusive Resources: Mentoring programs, training materials, convention programming, and more.
- Specialized APA Division Benefits & Discounts for graduate students.
- Free Upgrade to Full Membership upon earning your doctorate.
Undergraduate and high school students can join APAGS for an additional fee.
Graduate Student Member Benefits Video
Uncover a wealth of benefits and resources crafted to enrich your experience as an APA Graduate Student member. Watch the APA Graduate Student Member Benefits overview video to learn more!
Join Student Groups on APA Community
Connect with your peers on APA's exclusive member platform, APA Community. The Student Affiliate Lounge and Grad Students groups are designed for students to connect, share experiences, and support each other on their academic and professional journeys.
Expand your network, access valuable resources, make meaningful connections, and embark on a collaborative learning adventure with your peers!
Even More Benefits
APA provides the resources and tools you need to help you develop new skills, deepen your knowledge, connect with others, and strengthen your professional identity.
Professional Training
Exclusive content just for members
Virtual, in person and VOD learning on topics including teaching, lab management, and leadership.
Members Only Discounts
Access premium savings
Receive substantial discounts on journal subscriptions, books, videos, and electronic resources as well as APA’s Member Advantage Program and a reduced rate on registration to the APA Annual Convention.
Networking Opportunities
Create invaluable connections
Connect with other members and potential mentors through APA’s 54 divisions, workshops, and APA’s Annual Convention.
