Member Benefits
Access to the Latest Research
APS publications are among the leading resources for information in the field of psychology. You will receive annual subscriptions to four APS journals free with your membership. Members may also view in-press, current, and archived journals articles online.
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In addition to these highly regarded journals, you will also receive the Observer, our monthly news publication. The Observer keeps you up to date on current events in psychology, provides job listings, and more.
A Meeting of the Minds
APS Members also receive a substantial discount on registration rates for the APS Annual Convention. The convention is a great opportunity to network, present your latest findings, or even see what your colleagues in other disciplines are doing.
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Informing Lawmakers and the Public
APS is the only national organization dedicated solely to the advancement of psychological science. With this in mind, APS works diligently to increase support for psychological research and to promote the use of science-based psychology in the development of public policy. To learn more, please visit our Advocacy section.
APS also works to disseminate meaningful, science-based psychological information to the public. Content from APS journals is often featured in news publications like Scientific American, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.
Recognizing Great Achievements
Each year, APS honors the accomplishments of members who have made outstanding contributions to the advancement of psychological science. To view previous award winners, and to learn more about APS awards, please visit our APS Awards page.
And more...
That's just the tip of the iceberg. As an APS Member, you will also receive:
- Access to our online Member Directory
- Discounted subscriptions on over 50 psychological journals
- Employment listings, both online and in the Observer classifieds
- Helpful hints from our APS Teaching Area
- Access to various grants and funding opportunities
Still Have Questions?
Please contact the APS Membership Department by e-mail at member@psychologicalscience.org or by telephone at (202) 783-2077.


