Frequently Asked Questions

When will submissions for the annual meeting be accepted?

The submission site will open on September 1, 2022.

When is the submission deadline?

The submission deadline is Wednesday, November 9th, 2022 at 11:59PM EST.

Must I register for the Annual Meeting in order to present?

Yes. EVERY SINGLE PERSON attending the meeting must register for the meeting. Members pay lower registration fees than nonmembers (this does not include undergraduates who SHOULD NOT BECOME members). Early registration will end March 27th, 2023 at 11:59 EST. Onsite registration fees are double the cost of advanced registration fees.

Membership is NOT the same as registration.

I’m an undergraduate. What should I do?

Undergraduates are welcome at the Annual Meeting. They may register in advance or on site. Early registration ends March 27th, 2023 at 11:59 EST. Undergraduates pay $30.00 if they register in advance and $60.00 if they register on-site.

I’m not a student or faculty member but I want to attend the Annual Meeting. What should I do? What if I am a family member wanting only to attend one session?

People who are not currently psychologists or students should register for the Annual Meeting as non-members. They may register in advance or on site. Early registration will end March 27th, 2023 at 11:59 EST.

Family members who wish only to attend a single session at which their family member is presenting may register on-site for a “family member single session pass.” Have them come to the fourth floor exhibit hall during registration and ask for a single session “family” pass and how many passes they need. They’ll make them a pass on the spot and the charge is $15 for each pass (less than the regular rate).

What are my chances of being accepted?

The program committee reviews submissions. Each submission is assigned to two reviewers based on the topic area you identify (e.g., stereotyping, behavioral neuroscience). Reviews are blind. The overall rejection rate each year is approximately 15%. The rejection rate is similar across topic areas.

What are the most common reasons submissions are rejected?

One common reason we cannot accept papers (to MPA) is because data collection is not yet complete. The program committee favors research that is complete or near completion. Other papers are rejected because there is insufficient information or data in the abstract for reviewers to judge the merits of the project. Submitters are allowed to include one table or figure with their submission. A table or figure is often useful to reviewers. A third reason for rejection is failure to follow instructions. Please be sure to provide all necessary information with your submission.

When will I find out if my presentation is accepted?

Notifications are sent in January. The first author of each submission will receive an email.

Who should I contact with questions about my submission?

Please contact the 2023 Program Moderator, Dr. René Tobin (tobin@temple.edu).

Does MPA offer Continuing Education credits (CEs)?

MPA does not offer CEs at this time.

Are there COVID-19 Mitigation plans for the coming 2023 conference?

In accordance with CDC and local guidelines, COVID-19 vaccinations are recommended of all attendees (unless there is a medical exception), and all attendees are recommended to wear face coverings when indoors at the conference facilities (unless eating or drinking).