Membership

The American Society for Nutrition’s (ASN) membership of more than 5,000 scientists and practitioners continues to grow daily. Founded in 1928, the Society’s membership rolls read like a “Who’s Who” in the field of nutrition research. Founding members included E.V. McCollum and E.L.R. Stokstad. Society members have received Nobel prizes, appointments to the National Academy of Sciences, and many other prestigious honors. ASN members have broken ground in research and practice, and continue to serve as trailblazers across the world.

Regular – $190

Any individual with a doctoral-level degree (i.e., PhD, MD, DDS, DVM, DPharm, etc.) in nutrition or a related field from an accredited institution with notable accomplishments as a lead, senior, or other author of a nutrition publication in a peer-reviewed journal is eligible to apply. There is a discounted membership available for those individuals residing in a Low, Lower-Middle or Higher Middle Income Country as Defined by the World Bank.

Associate – $190

Any individual with a doctoral-level, master’s or bachelor’s degree in nutrition or a related field from an accredited institution, who is committed to the field of nutrition research and practice or who demonstrates leadership in the nutrition field as an educator, speaker, advocate or administrator is eligible to apply. There is a discounted membership available for those individuals residing in a Low, Lower-Middle or Higher Middle Income Country as Defined by the World Bank.

Postdoctoral – $60

Any individual within five years of receiving a doctorate or terminal degree is eligible to apply or young professional who has completed a nutrition or related degree within the past five years. View more information about Postdoctoral/Young Professional Membership here.

Student – $35

Any individual who is a candidate for an undergraduate, graduate or medical degree at an accredited institution is eligible to apply. View more information about Student Membership here.

Emeritus – $50

Any ASN member over the age of 65 and in good standing, with a membership history of at least five years. Emeritus members must not be employed in a full-time capacity. Members who have retired from the profession, who hold emeritus status, or have taken a leave of absence are eligible.

Members in Developing Countries – $50

Eligibility for reduced ASN member dues follows World Bank country classifications. The list of eligible countries is updated annually, prior to billing for the upcoming year’s dues.

Reductions and categories are based on a member’s work and residence addresses. Members who work or reside outside of these geographic locations pay full membership dues. Click here to see the list of countries eligible for discounted membership.