Membership Information
Learn more about becoming a member of ACVP. From networking to continuing education, membership opens the door to a world of professional opportunities.

ACVP Diplomate Membership
Veterinarians who successfully complete the ACVP certifying examination are accepted into the organization as Diplomates. There currently are more than 3,000 board certified ACVP Diplomates. Only members certified by examination, and complying with MOC requirements (for those certified in 2016 or after) are eligible to use the title Diplomate, ACVP; Diplomate American College of Veterinary Pathologists; or DACVP.
Diplomate membership is maintained by paying annual dues of $350/year. ACVP membership is good through June 30 (regardless of date of payment for the previous membership year) and must be renewed annually. Payment may be made by logging into your ACVP account.
Read more information about Diplomate Membership including Reduce Rate membership, Emeritus Status, and Member-in-Good-Standing Relief program.
ACVP Affiliate Membership
Individuals with a veterinary degree who are in a veterinary pathology training program and not yet ACVP-board certified can apply to become an ACVP Trainee Affiliate Member.
Persons who are qualified, by virtue of training and/or experience, and are actively involved in anatomic pathology, clinical pathology, molecular pathology and/or pathology informatics through administration, teaching, or research, or work in the biopharmaceutical industry, or are engaged as scientists or professionals in areas related to pathology, are eligible for election as Allied Professional Affiliate Members.
Read more information about Affiliate Membership.