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Registration Categories & Pricing
Registration for the National Meeting begins on November 10. Please note that you must have an APsA account in order to register for the National Meeting. If you don’t have one, you can create an account here. APsA members and past attendees already have accounts linked to their email on file. If you have not attended an APsA Meeting or event before, please review the First Time Attendee page for helpful information.
After you’ve created a profile, select the “Return to Home” button. Click “Events” at the top of the screen, then “Browse Events.” Then select “2027 National Meeting” to register.
If you have an account, click the register button below the pricing tables to get started.
APsA Member Rates
| Registration Categories | Early Bird Registration ends November 23 | Advanced Registration ends January 8 | Regular Registration ends February 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical Members- includes psychoanalysts and psychotherapists | $500 | $550 | $650 |
| In-Training Members | $275 | $315 | $375 |
| Academic, Researcher, or Community Member | $315 | $360 | $420 |
| Student Member | $80 | $100 | $110 |
Public Rates
| Registration Category | Early Bird Registration ends November 23 | Advanced Registration ends January 8 | Regular Registration ends February 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional | $700 | $750 | $830 |
| IPA Member | $675 | $725 | $800 |
| Professional in Training *trainees in psychoanalytic or psychoanalytic psychotherapy programs | $400 | $450 | $525 |
| Student or Resident | $100 | $125 | $150 |
Single Rates
There are no early bird or advanced pricing for single registrations
| Registration Category | Regular |
|---|---|
| Single Day Registration- This category is a fee to attend a single day of the National Meeting between Tuesday – Friday. To attend more than one day please register under a different category. | $425 |
| Single Session Registration- The single session registration category covers attendance at one session only. To attend more than one session, please register under a different category. This category is intended for individuals who wish to attend a single session. It is not intended for use by chairs or faculty for their session registration. | $115 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Registration
Do I have to create an account to register?
Yes. You need to create an APsA account in order to register for the National Meeting. After you’ve created your account, from the account portal, select the “Return to Home” button. Click “Events” at the top of the screen, then “Browse Events.” Then select “2027 National Meeting” to register. If you have trouble signing in, please contact George Pelch gpelch@apsa.org.
I lost my badge! Can I get a new one?
Yes but please be aware that there is a $10 fee for badge reprints.
This is my first-time attending. What can I expect?
Welcome to the National Meeting! We are so glad you’re here! To learn more about our opportunities for engagement as a first-time attendee please review the First Time Attendee webpage.
Can I register for a session on-site?
There will be no on-site registration for individual sessions. You may attend a session even if you did not pre-register for it, provided it is not marked as Closed in the Final Program. Popular sessions may reach room capacity quickly and will then be marked Closed. We strongly encourage you to pre-register for sessions to ensure you have a place.
Can I attend the National Meeting virtually?
National Meeting registration is for in-person attendance only. There is no virtual or hybrid participation option available.
When does registration open and close?
Registration opens Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
Please note the registration deadlines below. Early Bird pricing offers the lowest rates, so be sure to register early to take advantage of these savings.
Early Bird: November 10–23, 2026
Advance Registration: November 24, 2026–January 8, 2027
Regular Registration: January 9–February 5, 2027
What types of payment are accepted for registration?
Credit cards only. This applies to both online and on-site registration. Checks and cash will not be accepted.
Is financial assistance available?
If you are looking for financial assistance to attend the National Meeting, or want to help provide financial assistance to others, go to our Financial Assistance page to learn more.
How can I financially support someone attending the Meeting?
If you are looking for financial assistance to attend the National Meeting, or want to help provide financial assistance to others, go to our Financial Assistance page to learn more.
What is a single day registration?
This category is a fee to attend a single day of the National Meeting between Tuesday – Friday. To attend more than one day please register under a different category.
What is a single session registration?
The single session registration category covers attendance at one session only. To attend more than one session, please register under a different category. This category is intended for individuals who wish to attend a single session. It is not intended for use by chairs or faculty for their session registration.