Convention Frequently Asked Questions
Call for Submissions
What is the Call for Submissions?
The Call for Submissions is APS’s request for proposals of completed research to be presented as posters and symposia at the APS Convention. Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis by the Program Committee.
When does the Call for Submissions open and close?
The Call for Submissions is open through midnight January 31, Pacific Standard Time. Submit now on the APS website.
Can I submit my proposal via fax or mail?
No, APS only accepts submissions via the APS Online Call for Submissions.
What if I’m not a Member of APS – can I still submit a proposal for the convention?
Anyone can submit a proposal for consideration; if accepted, the first author, whether or not s/he is attending the convention, must be an APS Member or Student Affiliate in good standing at the time of the convention. All participants at the APS Annual Convention must pay the registration fee to present or attend the convention (please note that registration is deeply discounted for APS Members). Co-authors are not required to be APS Members (although we can’t imagine why they wouldn’t want to be…).
How much time do I have for my presentation?
Symposia are 80 minutes, inclusive of discussion among presenters and the audience. Posters are scheduled within one hour poster sessions. Poster presenters may set up their poster before the session begins during the posted setup times. If your poster proposal is accepted, the notice you receive will include the time for both the poster session and setup.
Where can I find more information about the Call for Submissions?
The Rules and Guidelines and Frequently Asked Questions provide further details on the Call for Submissions process and proposal requirements. More Information.
Convention Registration
What are the registration fees and how do I register for the Convention?
Please visit the registration page to register online or for more information on registration.
Do I have to register for the Convention to present my proposal?
All presenters at the APS Annual Convention must pay a registration fee – which is discounted for APS Members. You do not have to register in order to have your submission accepted. You may register once you receive notification and still be eligible for the Early Bird registration rates if you register before March 29. Registration Fees and Information.
Where can I find more information on exhibiting at the Convention?
Please visit the exhibitor page or contact Allison Cupps, APS Marketing Coordinator.
At the Convention
When and where is the 25th APS Annual Convention and 20th Annual APS-STP Teaching Institute?
The 25th APS Annual Convention will take place at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park hotel in Washington, D.C., USA, May 23-26, 2013. The 20th Annual APS-STP Teaching Institute, also at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park, will start on Wednesday, May 22 with an evening workshop, and will continue all day on Thursday, May 23. The Society for the Teaching of Psychology organizes additional programs during the APS Convention.
Where can I find more information about hotel reservations for the APS Annual Convention?
Please visit the hotel page to reserve your room or for more information about the convention hotel.
What is the program schedule?
The 2013 APS Annual Convention formally kicks off with the Opening Ceremony and Keynote Address on Thursday, May 23, followed by a Poster Session and Opening Reception (but there are a number of pre-conference events, including workshops and the APS-STP Teaching Institute). The program continues with award addresses, two cross-cutting theme programs and poster sessions, and the Presidential Symposium on Friday, May 24. Saturday, May 25 features invited symposia, talks and addresses, a third cross-cutting theme program, and poster session, award addresses, and the Bring the Family Address. Saving the best for last, May 26 is Symposia Sunday. Poster Sessions are distributed across all days of the convention, starting on Thursday, May 23 and finishing on Sunday, May 26. The Convention is preceded by the Teaching Institute, which begins on the evening of Wednesday, May 22 and runs through Thursday, May 23. Teaching Institute Posters will be scheduled in the morning on Thursday, May 23. Submitters will be notified of the time and location of their presentation in mid-March.
Accessibility Requests for the Convention
APS is committed to ensuring that our convention is fully accessible to all persons. If you have a specific accessibility requirement, please contact convention@psychologicalscience.org or +1 202.293.9300, and every attempt will be made to accommodate your request.
Where will the next APS Annual Conventions take place?
| Convention | Dates | Location |
| 25th Annual Convention | May 23-26, 2013 | Washington Marriott Wardman Park (Washington, DC, USA) |
| 26th Annual Convention | May 22-25, 2014 | Hilton San Francisco (San Francisco, CA, USA) |
| 27th Annual Convention | May 21-24, 2015 | New York Marriott Marquis (New York, NY, USA) |
| 28th Annual Convention | May 26-29, 2016 | Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers (Chicago, IL, USA) |
