Registration Fees
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Online Registration is available to members and nonmembers. Individuals registering online must pay by credit card and can immediately print a confirmation (receipt). Registration Fees do NOT include meals, parking fees, or transportation costs.
The last day for early registration has been extended to Friday, October 10 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. The higher registration fees start at 12:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 11.
Before you register — join APS or update your membership to guarantee the best registration rate. Check your membership status by visiting https://my.aps.org before registering. Attendees traveling from outside the United States should review the guidelines for international travel.
Price Equity for Less-Resourced Countries
APS is proud to offer equitable pricing for attendees residing in less-resourced countries. Learn more about eligibility.
| Registration Fees |
In-Person
(until Oct. 10) |
In-Person
(beginning Oct. 11)
|
Virtual
(until Oct. 10) |
Virtual
(beginning Oct. 11) |
|
APS Member
|
$890 |
$1,040 |
$630 |
$780 |
| Non-Member |
$1,080 |
$1,230 |
$760 |
$910 |
| Early Career Member |
$890 |
$1,040 |
$630 |
$780 |
| Early Career Non-Member |
$1,080 |
$1,230 |
$760 |
$910 |
| Retired/Unemployed APS Member |
$340 |
$340 |
$260 |
$260 |
| Graduate Student Member* |
$190 |
$340 |
$180 |
$330 |
| Graduate Student Non-Member** |
$250 |
$400 |
$240 |
$290 |
| Undergrad/High School Student*** |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
One-Day APS Member****
|
$600 |
$750 |
Not Available |
Not Available |
| One-Day Non-Member**** |
$750
|
$900 |
Not Available |
Not Available |
| Less Resourced Countries |
Special Pricing Applies
|
Special Pricing Applies |
Special Pricing Applies |
Special Pricing Applies |
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† One-Day fees are NOT available to virtual attendees.
* By joining APS/DPP today, you can take advantage of low meeting fees and other member benefits. All registration forms and membership forms must arrive together and be accompanied by full payment.
** Graduate physics students may qualify for a one-year free APS/DPP membership. Please contact APS Membership Department: membership@aps.org.
*** Undergraduates and high school students will only see the zero-dollar rates ($0) if their APS web account is configured correctly. Click here to make sure the student flag is set to “Yes” and the degree and expected degree date information is updated.
**** One day registrations do not have access to the virtual program.
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Special Events
These events are not included in the cost of registration.
You must register for the events listed below in order to attend. |
CONNECT Luncheon (Monday, November 17)
Graduate & Undergraduate Students |
$40
$20 |
Women+ in Plasma Physics Luncheon (Tuesday, November 18)
Graduate & Undergraduate Students |
$40
$20 |
Pride Luncheon (Wednesday, November 19)
Graduate & Undergraduate Students |
$40
$20 |
| Banquet Ticket (Wednesday, November 19) |
$80 |
Student Day (Sunday, November 16)
(Student/Postdoc/Recent PhD) |
$30 |
Member Registration
Members receive substantial discounts compared to non-members. You can join APS and DPP, renew, or reinstate your membership when you register for the meeting.
Non-Member Registration
The non-member fee is higher for both early and on-site registration. Save on registration fees by joining APS and DPP.
Non-members may register online once registration opens. If you are not yet a member and wish to receive member discounts, you may join APS and DPP when you register.
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Members of APS Reciprocal Societies
Members of APS Reciprocal Societies can register online. Before registering online, please update your membership status.
ALL students must reach out to registrar@aps.org for assistance.
See the list of reciprocal member societies.
Matching Membership Program
Through the Matching Membership Program, individuals residing in developing countries may apply for free membership.
International Attendee Registration Visa Information
We strongly recommend international attendees review the APS visa information before registering for the annual meeting. To avoid visa-related problems, review the Visa Delays page. For additional information, review the Entering the United States page.
Visa Letter of Invitation
If you require a personal letter of invitation to attend the DPP annual meeting contact abs-help@aps.org. To avoid delay when requesting a letter please include:
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Your name as it appears on your passport
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Your affiliation and mailing address
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Your submitted abstract title and co-authors
Allow 5-7 business days to receive your letter of invitation for visa application.
Registration Desk Hours
The registration desk will be located within the Promenade Lobby at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center. Explore the campus map here.
| Sunday, November 16 |
2:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m. |
| Monday, November 17 |
7:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday, November 18 |
7:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday, November 19 |
7:30 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. |
| Thursday, November 20 |
7:30 a.m. — 3:00 p.m. |
| Friday, November 21 |
7:30 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. |
Cancellation Policies
Cancellation Deadline Extended: Monday, November 10, 2025
Banquet tickets are non-refundable for both pre-meeting and on-site purchases.
All registration cancellations and refund requests must be made in writing by Monday, November 10, 2025. A refund of the full conference fee, minus a $50 administrative fee, will be given for cancellations received by Monday, November 10, 2025. No refunds will be granted for requests submitted on or after Monday, November 10, 2025. Submit all requests to the APS Registrar at registrar@aps.org and abs-help@aps.org if you are speaking or presenting. APS regrets that refunds will not be given for no-shows.