AAFS Now Accepting Applications for Spring 2025!
The AAFS 2025 Spring Application Cycle is now open and we are accepting submissions for new member applications only. Current members who wish to promote or upgrade their membership status must wait until the Fall 2025 Application Cycle.
This is your chance to join our multidisciplinary scientific membership that provides opportunities and tools to maximize professional development, grow personal contacts, and engage with peers within the forensic science community. Whether you are ready to network, or enhance your professional credibility, we invite you to apply and become part of the largest forensic science community in the world. Join us in promoting justice for all and integrity through forensic science.
Some of the benefits you will receive as a member include:
- Reduced rate to attend the annual scientific conference
- $433 in savings with a free digital Subscription to the Highly Recognized Journal of Forensic Sciences (JFS) (Student Affiliates can purchase the JFS at a reduced price)
- Ability to join mentorship programs as a mentor or mentee
- Opportunity to apply for grants, scholarships, and awards with up to $170,000 available in annual funding
- And so much more…
How to Apply:
Either login or create your AAFS account and click on the Upgrade/Apply for Membership button under Manage Account to start the Spring Application Program and submit your application online.
The deadline for submission is April 1, 2025, to be considered for approval by the Board of Directors in the Summer, 2025.
For questions on the more appropriate section and status for which to apply, please contact Membership Coordinator Cheryl Hunter at chunter@aafs.org.
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