Join the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society and use the knowledge you gain and benefits at your disposal to advance in your professional journey. With members located throughout the United States and in more than 50 other nations, HFES is the largest multidisciplinary professional organization in the world for individuals in the HF/E field.
Members include students, psychologists, engineers, designers, scientists, usability professionals and others—all of whom have a common interest in designing systems and equipment to be safe and effective for the people who operate and maintain them. Members are employed in industries, universities and colleges, government agencies, consulting firms, military research centers, public utilities and other settings.
To join, select your applicable membership type in the table below.
Membership Categories
The membership year follows the calendar year, and members may renew beginning on October 1 each year. There is a one-time $20 USD membership application fee for the Member and Affiliate membership types. Select your membership type below to create a record and join HFES.
| Membership Type |
Annual Dues (USD) |
Eligibility Criteria |
| Member |
$270 |
Formerly, Full and Associate were separate membership types. These have been combined. Anyone with at least a bachelor's degree and two years of full-time work in human factors and ergonomics is eligible. Alternatively, those without a bachelor's degree and who have at least five years of full-time work in human factors and ergonomics are eligible. Members may vote in HFES elections and hold office. |
| Affiliate |
$225 |
This membership category is for anyone with an interest in HF/E who does not meet the criteria for Member. No degree or work experience is required. May not vote or hold office. |
| Student Affiliate * |
$40 |
Full-time undergraduate or graduate student. Faculty endorsement is required. May not vote or hold office. |
| Early-Career Associate |
$135 |
Former Student Affiliate member within two years of graduation. May vote but may not hold office |
| Corresponding |
$75 |
Resides outside of the United States and holds membership with an IEA federated society. May not vote or hold office. |
| Emeritus ** |
$70
(one-time dues amount) |
Full member for at least ten years, retired (age 60+ or due to disability), does not derive significant income from the practice of human factors. May vote and hold office. |
* One cannot select Student Affiliate Membership unless their record indicates "Current Student" in the Highest Degree Obtained field.
** Please contact Membership@hfes.org to convert to Emeritus Member.
Become our Newest Member!
To become our newest member, create an account, select your membership type, add technical group memberships (at your option), and remit your dues payment. Membership in HFES follows the calendar year. Enjoy the remainder of the current year free if joining in October, November, or December. Note: There is a one-time application fee of USD $20.
Members may renew their membership for the following year commencing in October. All memberships have a 31-day grace period. Benefits of membership are no longer accessible after January 31 each year without renewal.
Membership Benefits
HFES members have access to a variety of resources that allow them to connect with fellow HF/E professionals and stay up to date on the latest research.
Benefits include:
- Journals and other Publications
- Access to Job Postings
- Webinars
- A Library of Content in the HFES Learning Center
- Discounts on Meeting Registration
- Technical Groups
Discounted Dues and Dues Waivers
HFES recognizes the considerable benefit that academicians, practitioners and others from emerging nations can gain from our Society. Discounted dues for those from emerging countries are $75 for full, associate and affiliate membership and $15 for students. Please review the list of designated countries to learn if you are eligible for a discounted rate.
For those members with a need for financial assistance, a dues waiver program has been established for those meeting certain conditions.
Term of Membership
The HFES membership year follows the fiscal year of the Society (January 1 - December 31). Those joining October 1 or later enjoy the remainder of the current year complimentary and their membership will expire on December 31 of the following year.