Register Now & Book Your Hotel! Attend the Largest Gathering of Political Scientists at the 2026 APSA Annual Meeting & Exhibition | Boston, MA | September 3-6
Join political science scholars for the American Political Science Association‘s 122nd Annual Meeting & Exhibition, held in Boston, Massachusetts, September 3–6, 2026, to address the latest scholarship in political science and explore this year’s conference theme, “Democracy Under Threat: How to Understand, Protect, and Rebuild.”
APSA and the 2026 program co-chairs, Ellen Lust, Cornell University; Laura Gamboa, University of Notre Dame; and Jamila Michener, Cornell University, look forward to your participation in panels and sessions prepared by APSA’s divisions and numerous related groups.
About the APSA Annual Meeting
The American Political Science Association’s Annual Meeting offers a wide range of opportunities to engage, learn, and collaborate with other political scientists and scholars in the profession! Scholars gain the opportunity to learn about cutting-edge political science scholarship, innovative pedagogy, and valuable professional development opportunities, connect with scholars, attend sessions and workshops, build meaningful research partnerships, vital career services, and explore the latest offerings in our Exhibit Hall.
To remain on the program, participants must register by Monday, June 8, 2026.
Early-bird discounted registration ends July 1, 2026. To book your hotel reservations, click here. For questions regarding visas or other international travel requirements, please visit our international attendee page.