SEPTEMBER 5 – 8 | PHILADELPHIA, PA
120th American Political Science Association Annual Meeting & Exhibition
We are hosting the 120th APSA Annual Meeting & Exhibition, in-person in Philadelphia, PA, from Wednesday, September 5, to Sunday, September 8.
Join us to learn about cutting-edge political science scholarship, innovative pedagogy, and valuable professional development opportunities. Network in-person with scholars, gather for sessions and workshops, create valuable connections and research partnerships, see the latest in the Exhibit Hall, and tap into vital career services. We believe the in-person event provides an unparalleled opportunity for all APSA Annual Meeting events!
Registration Hours
Registration is located at the Philadelphia Convention Center (PCC) Registration Bridge East/West and will be open at the following times:
Wednesday, September 4: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 5: 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Friday, September 6: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 7: 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
| Type | Early Bird Registration Rate ends July 10 | Standard Registration Rate Starting July 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Student Member, High School Teacher Member, TIM Member, and Unemployed Member* | $136 | $190 |
| All Other Members* | $265 | $350 |
| Non-Member | $499 | $582 |
Registration Refund Policy
APSA has a no-refund policy for the Annual Meeting and does not reimburse or refund costs related to flights and travel. APSA does not permit the transfer of registrations to another individual or provide credit for future Annual Meeting registrations in the event of cancellation or non-attendance.
Health and Safety
By registering for the APSA Annual Meeting, you agree to follow any COVID-related protocols mandated by local authorities at the time of the meeting. APSA strongly recommends that attendees be vaccinated for COVID-19 in advance of participation and wear masks while in meeting spaces. APSA reserves the right to enact stricter protocols should they be warranted by public health circumstances closer to the meeting. View APSA’s Waiver of Liability.
Justification Letters
APSA understands that with tight travel budgets, obtaining permission to attend conferences can be difficult. Downloadable justification letters can be found on our Attendee Resources page.

Carbon and Travel
APSA recognizes the effect travel has on climate change. As such, APSA has joined the National Forest Foundation‘s Sapling Program to plant trees across the 193-million-acre National Forest System. APSA has included a donation option as part of the Annual Meeting registration form where you can help offset the impact of your own travel. For more information, visit the Sustainability page.