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Psychologists belong to APA to identify with, support, and advance psychology. APA advocates for the field and provides you with direct benefits to meet your professional needs. APA has graduated its dues rates to help new psychologists as they establish themselves in the field. The Member category is intended for those who have received a doctoral degree in psychology or a related field from a regionally accredited institution (see eligibility requirements for details). Benefits for you Support for the field of psychology Representation in Congress, state legislatures, and landmark legal cases Programs that educate the public and the media on the value of psychology Ethical principles and guidelines for the discipline APA journals and online databases at up to 60% off non-member rates Discounts off APA books and videos American Psychologist – APA's flagship journal APA Monitor on Psychology – APA's monthly magazine Journal credit Free online access to paid subscriptions' full-text files Membership in the APA Divisions of your choice Competitive insurance rates Low APA Annual Convention registration fees High-quality information resources And much more! Visit APA's discounts and services pages to see the complete array of the benefits of APA membership. Dues Member Dues Note: All Members who are licensed or certified are subject to an annual assessment to help fund APA Practice Organization efforts. Click here for more information. Eligibility To apply for the Member category, you must have a doctoral degree in psychology or a related field from a regionally accredited graduate or professional school or a school that achieved such accreditation within 5 years of the doctoral degree (or a school of similar standing outside of the United States). This degree must be based, in part, upon a psychological dissertation or other evidence of proficiency in psychological scholarship. Degrees from foreign institutions must show U.S. equivalency. APA may require additional information to evaluate qualifications for membership. Psychologists living outside the U.S. may also apply to become an International Affiliate. For more information on membership eligibility, contact the Membership Department.

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