The American Anthropological Association (AAA), the primary professional society of anthropologists in the United States since its founding in 1902, is the world's largest professional organization of individuals interested in anthropology.

AAA is committed to advancing anthropology as the science that studies humankind in all its aspects, through archaeological, biological, ethnological, and linguistic research; and to further the professional interests of American anthropologists; including the dissemination of anthropological knowledge and its use to solve human problems.

More than 11,000 individuals from 100+ countries are members of the AAA and its 38 constituent sections and eight interest groups. They share an interest in anthropology and the recognition of the value of scientific exchange that crosses all borders.

Join your colleagues and help further AAA's mission to advance and to promote Anthropology. Read more about Membership Categories and Dues.

Why should you join AAA? (PowerPoint)

UNDERGRADUATE MEMBERSHIP
Undergraduate membership includes access to AAA publications on AnthroSource, reduced registration fees for the AAA Annual Meeting at a member discount, access to the online eAnthroGuide, regular installments of eNews and Student eNews to stay up-to-date on anthropological programs and resources, access to AAA's newsletter, Anthropology News.

The annual membership fee is $35 which includes a membership to the AAA's National Association of Student Anthropologists section. Also, a discounted rate of $30 is available for college/university anthropology clubs signing up 3 or more new members and must be sent by the club's faculty advisory.

• Community College students are welcome!
• Part-time undergraduate students are welcome!
• Access to AnthroSource is a benefit of the Undergraduate membership!
• Join online or download and submit the enrollment form below.
• • Benefits of Membership (PDF)
  • Download the Enrollment Form (PDF)
  • Individual and Anthropology Club membership instructions - how this program works (PDF)

GIFT MEMBERSHIPS
Give a gift membership! Student memberships start at $70 and professional memberships start at $135. Call us at 703-528-1902, ext. 1178 to place your order. Gift membership includes one year subscriptions to Anthropology News and American Anthropologist.

DONATIONS
Your gift enables the AAA to continue advancing knowledge of humankind through scholarly research and communication. The AAA also acts as the voice for the profession in building public awareness of anthropologists’ role in understanding and solving human problems. Read more and give today.