APS memberships for physicists around the world
Based on World Bank classifications, physicists in Lower-Income, Lower-Middle-Income, and Upper-Middle-Income countries are now eligible for membership discounts of up to 90% — making it possible to join for just a few dollars.
How to qualify
Those with verified residency in countries that APS has classified as lower-income, lower-middle-income, or upper-middle-income will automatically be discounted when selecting a membership plan. You will receive a coupon code as part of the process for joining APS, which you can apply to your membership to receive your discount.
Benefits of APS membership
Eligible members who qualify for global pricing receive access to the same APS membership benefits based on the membership plan they choose. Explore membership plans and check out available benefits to find the option that best fits your needs.
Reciprocal societies
APS maintains agreements to share membership privileges with physics societies around the world. Reciprocal society members may:
- Submit papers to APS meetings with the same privileges as APS members
- Register for APS meetings at APS member rates
We also encourage reciprocal societies to inform their eligible members of our accessible pricing opportunities.
To take advantage of full APS membership benefits, we encourage you to join APS.
Student memberships
APS membership is free for the first year for students joining APS for the first time, with significant discounts on membership afterwards while enrolled as an undergrad or graduate student.
Contact and more information
Please contact the APS International Affairs team with general inquiries about initiatives for less-resourced countries and the global scientific community.
You may also wish to learn more about APS international engagement initiatives.
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Through our international outreach activities and worldwide membership, APS serves as a welcoming global hub for physicists from around the world.