Become an ALPSP member
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ALPSP is the international trade association which supports and represents not-for-profit organizations that publish scholarly and professional content, and those that work with them. Membership is available for all employees within an organization, and we welcome applications from across the scholarly publishing community.
We offer a wide range of member benefits to help you to connect with peers, stay informed, develop your skills, and have your views represented.
Exclusive member benefits
Access to the latest news, research and advice
Alert newsletter
Our monthly member newsletter is your one-stop-shop to stay updated on what’s happening in scholarly publishing.
Learned Publishing journal
The ALPSP journal is produced quarterly in collaboration with the Society of Scholarly Publishing. It includes peer reviewed research, reviews, industry updates and opinions on all aspects of scholarly communication and publishing. Our readership includes publishers, vendors, librarians, academics and researchers from around the world.
Policy bulletin
Brought to you by the ALPSP Policy Committee, our quarterly member-only bulletin brings you the latest information on international policy, legislation and practices impacting the scholarly publishing industry.
Discounts and early bird rates on all virtual training
Significant discounts and early bird rates for training workshops are available for all ALPSP members.
Member rates for the Annual Conference and University Press Redux
As a member, you will be entitled to reduced registration fees to the Annual Conference and Awards and to the University Press Redux Conference.
Member discounts for in-person seminars
We offer all our members reduced rates to attend in-person seminars which are a great opportunity to learn from industry leaders and network with others in scholarly publishing.
Free member webinars
ALPSP holds regular webinars with expert speakers discussing a wide range of key issues facing the industry, with the opportunity for Q&As. These are free, for members only, who can either watch live or on demand.
Member networking events
ALPSP offers discounted entry for members to attend networking events and meet industry peers.
Free Jobs Board service
Members can promote vacancies for free on the ALPSP Jobs Board to reach scholarly publishing audiences. Non-members will be charged a fee of £250 (+VAT where applicable) per vacancy for up to one month.
Mentorship scheme
ALPSP members can apply for free to become a mentee or mentor on our mentorship scheme. The programme connects and supports publishing industry colleagues with a wider network of expertise and skills to help foster development and progression. The scheme encourages collaborative learning between the mentor and mentee, where both can benefit from the dialogue, and share knowledge, insights and experiences.
Redundancy support package
ALPSP offers employees, who have recently been made redundant from member organizations, free access to our services for one year. This includes our Jobs Board, Learned Publishing journal, Alert newsletter, Policy bulletin, free member webinars, mentorship scheme, early bird and additional discounts on training, member rates for our conference and more.
Involvement in ALPSP committees and initiatives
We welcome your input to learn what support and services you need most. As an ALPSP member, there are several volunteering opportunities available, allowing you to meet new colleagues, give back to the community and input into our activities.
Discounts for organizations in LIC/LMIC
ALPSP is pleased to offer a discount on training fees and conference tickets to member organizations that are located primarily in low-income and lower-middle-income countries (LIC/LMIC). This is based on staff numbers and is in line with the discount on membership fees.
As a founding member of C4DISC, ALPSP is committed to its principles and welcomes membership applications from a diverse range of organizations.
Discount on Membership Fees
ALPSP is pleased to offer a discount on Membership Fees based on staff numbers to organizations that are based primarily in Low Income/ Low Middle-Income Countries (LIC/LMIC).* All applications for membership from scholarly publishing organizations based in Ukraine will be free of charge until December 2025.
Discount on ALPSP Conference and Virtual Training Courses
A similar sliding scale discount is available on the ALPSP Conference and virtual training course fees to member organizations that are based primarily in Low Income/Low Middle-Income Countries (LIC/LMIC). This is based on staff numbers and is in line with the discount on membership fees.
How the discount will be applied
An organization will apply for membership in the usual way and select the appropriate subscription band.
If the organization is based primarily in any of the countries within the World Bank listings, it will be eligible for a discount. Based on the number of staff, it will qualify for the following discount:
| Number of Staff | Fee Discount |
| 1-10 | 65% |
| 11-20 | 50% |
| 21-30 | 35% |
*ALPSP will be using the Data for Lower middle income, Low income | Data (worldbank.org)
Rates, discounts and further information
Subscription rates for 2025
Membership rates are based on annual gross revenue before all deductions, other than sales tax that relates to scholarly and professional publishing. Subscriptions are for 12 months – we will forward a renewal notice three months prior to the end date.
| Subscription Band | Gross revenue (before deductions) (Upper Band Limits) | Subscription Rate 2025* | Monthly Fee* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | £40k | £330 | £28 |
| 2 | £120k | £523 | £44 |
| 3 | £0.6m | £1,137 | £95 |
| 4 | £2.3m | £1,570 | £131 |
| 5 | £7.5m | £2,224 | £185 |
| 6 | £20m | £3,230 | £269 |
| 7 | £50m | £5,347 | £446 |
| 8 | £100m | £7,534 | £628 |
| 9 | Over £100m | £9,727 | £811 |
| R | Retiree Member | £100 | £8 |
| RS* | Redundancy Support | £0 | £0 |
*VAT or sales tax where applicable is payable in addition to the rates shown.
**Redundancy support package: Anyone made redundant from a member organization can have continued access to all the benefits of membership for up to one year. To apply, please fill in this form.
Low and Low-Middle Income Country discounts
ALPSP offers significant discounts on membership, the annual conference and virtual training course fees to organizations that are based primarily in Low Income and Low to Middle-Income Countries.*
If your organization is based primarily in any of the countries within the World Bank listings, it will be eligible for a discount. Based on the number of staff, it will qualify for the following discount:
| Number of staff | Fee discount |
|---|---|
| 1-10 | 65% |
| 11-20 | 50% |
| 21-30 | 35% |
NB: ALPSP will be using the World Bank classification of Low and Middle-Income Countries.
*Not applicable to retiree members.
Free Ukraine membership
Scholarly publishing organizations based in Ukraine are eligible to a free 12-month membership of ALPSP throughout 2025.
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Guidelines for membership
ALPSP accepts members on the understanding that they adhere to legal and ethical good practice, and will not bring ALPSP into disrepute through their own activities or business practices. All applicants are required to accept the ALPSP Guidelines for membership.
Direct Debit payments
You can now spread membership fee payments throughout the year using Direct Debit via GoCardless. Before each payment is taken, you will be notified. All payments are protected, so you’re guaranteed a refund if a payment is ever taken in error.
To pay via Direct Debit, please complete a mandate request form and the finance team will send you a secure link.
How to apply for membership
To apply, complete the online application form. Once received, your application will be submitted to the ALPSP Board of Directors for approval, which takes approximately two weeks. If approved, an invoice will be issued and your membership will be activated as soon as we receive payment.