Member Types & Dues

Persons holding a PhD, MS, MD or equivalent degree who are engaged or interested in research in alcohol use and/or alcohol-related problems (including active alcohol researchers or those who are actively involved in alcohol research administration).  A subscription to Alcohol: Clinical and Experimental Research (“the Journal”) is mandatory and included in annual dues.  Active members may vote in Society elections, be a voting member of and chair committees, and may hold elected office. A one-time $25 initiation fee is applicable for new members.

Fellows, no more than four (4) years past their terminal degree, who are engaged or interested in research in alcohol use and/or alcohol-related problems.  A subscription to Alcohol: Clinical and Experimental Research (“the Journal”) is mandatory and included in annual dues.  Active members may vote in Society elections and serve on committees.

Associate members shall be individuals who, although not research scientists, have made contributions in the area of alcohol research, prevention and treatment.  A subscription to Alcohol: Clinical and Experimental Research (“the Journal”) is optional at an additional $110.   Associate Members shall not have the right to vote in Society elections or hold elected office.  If you are an active alcohol researcher or actively involved in alcohol research administration, then you need to apply as a Regular Member.

Dual membership is available for couples who are both Active 'Regular' or 'Postdoctoral' Members.  One individual pays the full membership rate; the other individual has the 'Dual' membership status and pays a discounted rate.