AMA student membership: Exclusive tools & perks

Penn State students who join the AMA get exclusive access to benefits and resources designed to help you succeed in medical school.

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Penn State students

Get connected on campus

Complete this form to get connected to a student leader on campus and learn more about AMA member benefits for students.

Why AMA membership matters for medical students

AMA membership helps Penn State students succeed in medical school. As a member, you can access free and discounted study aids, attend events on campus, and participate in national AMA events including the virtual AMA Research Challenge, the Medical Student Advocacy Conference in Washington, D.C., and the AMA Annual Meeting and Career Resources Fair.

Penn State students advocating at the Medical Student Advocacy Conference.
Penn State students at MAC

The AMA has helped me succeed in medical school

"The mentorship I receive through the Leadership Development Institute is unique and something I cannot get anywhere else."
—Denise Ocampo 
Speaker, AMA Medical Student Section Governing Council, 2026–2027
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine

Medical students: Become an AMA member and get a free gift!

Medical students who join the AMA enjoy exclusive member benefits—and they also get to select from a variety of free gifts when they join, including powerful study aids.

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The value of AMA membership

2026 AMA membership card

Discounts and benefits for medical students

Test prep, gym memberships, leadership opportunities and more!
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FREIDA™, the AMA Residency & Fellowship Database ®

AMA members can find, save, compare and rank programs.
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Medical Student Section (MSS)

Be part of improving medical education and advocating for the future of medicine.