Eligibility: Any one or more of the following:
•	Bachelor's degree in geology or a related field (i.e., any physical or biological sciences, or other disciplines such as engineering or geography);
•	Equivalent training through practical experience;
•	Employment in geological work; or
•	Teaching geology at the college level (join as a K-12 teacher if you teach at the non-college level).
After 25 years of membership and age 65, professional members move to Senior Member/Fellow status, entitling them to reduced dues. After 30 years of membership and age 70, dues and Division memberships are waived for life.

Renew by 15 Dec. & SAVE 15% (applies to members in “high income” countries only).

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Membership Dues:
Membership term is based on the calendar year.
$75	Dues
If residing in and a citizen of a country whose economy is classified other than “high-income” by World Bank, dues are reduced. [details]

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GSA for Geoscience Professionals

Be part of the community that is shaping the future of earth science!

Gain Cutting-Edge Knowledge of Advances in the Geosciences
Publish and Present Your Research
Take Advantage of Member-Only Discounts
Interact with the Worldwide Geoscience Community
Help Shape the Future of the Profession

Enjoy member-only savings at GSA events.

Lifelong Learning with the Geoscience Community

GSA's Annual Meeting attracts more than 6,000 attendees across all disciplines to participate in a high energy science exchange. Technical sessions, field trips, short courses, exhibits, networking opportunities, and more offer something for everyone. GSA Section Meetings present similar experiences at a more intimate regional level. Organized by member for members, these gatherings are ideal for connecting with long-standing friends and new-found colleagues.

Join any number of GSA's 17 Specialty Divisions for more focused opportunities and indulge your professional interests.

30% member-only discount

… on all GSA journals, books, maps & charts, special papers, and more.

GSA Publications Cover What's Hot in the Geosciences

Included With Membership:

GSA Connection — This e-publication contains news and items of interest to the geoscience community.
GSA Today — This enduring science and news magazine features a hot topic science article, member news, and classifieds. Members in countries other than “high income” receive GSA Today online.

Member Discounts:

Geology — Most cited and widely read earth science journal; with more than 20 thought-provoking articles each month.
GSA Bulletin — Earth-science journal publishes classical-style research papers in all disciplines.
Geosphere — E-Journal covers all geoscience disciplines in a medium that accommodates animations and sound.
Lithosphere — Print and online journal focusing on tectonic processes at all scales that affect the crust and upper mantle.
Environmental & Engineering Geoscience (co-published by AEG and GSA)
Hydrogeology Journal (published by the International Association for Hydrogeologists)

Shape the Future of the Geosciences

Publish your research through peer-reviewed journals and other publications for worldwide circulation and exposure. GSA's online abstract services offer the opportunity to publish and present your research at GSA's Annual and Section Meetings.

Be informed about government and policy issues that affect the geoscience community. Participate in the development of GSA position papers, congressional visits days, and grassroots activism.

Share your invaluable experience by mentoring students as they embark on a geoscience career.

Give back to the geosciences by supporting research, educational programs, and public outreach efforts through contributions to the GSA Foundation.

Join a world of interesting people.

When you're with GSA, you're among friends.

GSA Affinity Relationships

Save up to $3,300 on a new Subaru — Subaru VIP Partners Program.
Save 10% on a car rental with Enterprise. Use GSA's corporate code: 32F3047; and PIN: GEO.

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