TOS Membership
The Oceanography Society’s mission is to build the capacity of its diverse global membership; catalyze interdisciplinary ocean research, technology, policy, and education; and promote equitable access to opportunities for all.
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Membership Options
STUDENT MEMBERSHIP [$20]
Available for students enrolled in an academic program at the baccalaureate or higher level who have interests in oceanography or an ocean-related field. High School students are eligible to register for an Associate Membership.
Fee waivers for applicants from low and middle-income countries are available upon request by contacting [email protected].
EARLY CAREER MEMBERSHIP [$40]
Available to non-student oceanographers, scientists, or engineers active in ocean-related fields, or to persons who have advanced oceanography by management or other public service who have received their highest degree within the past ten years.
Fee waivers for applicants from low and middle-income countries are available upon request by contacting [email protected].
REGULAR MEMBERSHIP [$85]
Available to oceanographers, scientists, or engineers active in ocean-related fields, or to persons who have advanced oceanography by management or other public service.
Discounted rates are available for applicants who have emeritus status or are from low- and middle-income countries. Contact [email protected] for more information.
SPONSORING MEMBERSHIP [$150]
Available to individuals who wish to provide enhanced support annually. In the US, $50 of the annual dues in this category is tax-deductible as a charitable contribution, as are any additional contributions, over and above the annual regular membership dues.
ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP
[No charge for High School students, $50 for others]
CORPORATE AND INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
[Starting at $500]
TOS invites organizations—such as corporations, institutions, or other nonprofit groups—interested in the ocean sciences to join as members in this category.
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QUALIFICATIONS AND RIGHTS
For more information, see the TOS Membership Qualifications and Rights page.
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