Membership Classifications

Member

To become a Member of AAPG, the applicant needs a degree in geological science and a minimum of one year experience in the professional practice or teaching of geology and sponsor endorsement. Additional education or professional activity can alter these requirements. Only Active Members may vote or hold office in the Association.

Associate

Any person who is a graduate of a college of acceptable academic standards whose employment is associated with geology may apply for election as an Associate.

Group Membership

In our on-going effort to reach every geoscientist throughout the world, AAPG created the Corporate Group and Business Group Membership Programs, initiated for National Oil Companies.

Student

Those students majoring in geology or a related field at a college of acceptable academic standards are eligible to become student members.

Reinstatement

Former membership of any classification whose membership has lapsed for any reason except ethical considerations, may apply for reinstatement.

Benefits of Membership

In addition to subscriptions to both the Bulletin and the Explorer, searchable Bulletin archives (online), and discounts on publications, meetings and courses, each individual is eligible for:

Group insurance programs, including life, health, disability insurance, and personal coverage like auto and home insurance
Car rental discounts from a national firm
Membership in a credit union
Services of the AAPG Foundation Energy Resources Library
Career Center access; our online job posting/résumé service
Member registry

Who We Are

AAPG, an international geological organization, has offices in London, Dubai, Singapore, Bogota and Washington, DC. Included among its membership are geologists, geophysicists, CEOs, managers, consultants, students, and academicians.

45% of AAPG membership holds a title of manager or above.
AAPG membership includes over 8,000 students.
39% of AAPG membership lives outside the United States.
For 43% of the membership, exploration is the primary concentration. Another 18% have their primary concentration in development/reservoir management.
AAPG has nearly 100 Affiliated Societies spanning the globe. Also, there are eleven national or international organizations which hold Associated status with AAPG.