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Choose the IFT Membership that’s right for you

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) has five membership types to meet the needs of its diverse community. No matter where you are in your career, IFT has a membership type to support you. Explore the different options below to find the membership type that is right for you.

IFT Premier Membership. A black and white image of a smiling man in a suit and a colored graphic swirling around him.
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The most comprehensive access to IFT’s resources, community, and research for individuals.
IFT Networking & Engagement Membership. A black and white image of a young woman smiling and a colored graphic swirling around her.
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A taste of IFT’s time-saving resources and dynamic community for individuals.
IFT Student Membership. A black and white image of a young woman with arms crossed and a colored graphic swirling around her.
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Resources and opportunities to enhance on-campus experiences, make new connections, and prepare students for science of food careers.
IFT Emeritus Membership. A black and white image of a smiling woman in a suit and a colored graphic swirling around her.
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Similar benefits to IFT’s Premier Membership for retirees.
IFT Joint Membership. A black and white image of an older woman with arms crossed and a colored graphic swirling around her.
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The benefits of both the American Society of Nutrition and IFT at one low price.
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Please fax completed PDF membership applications to +1.312.782.8348. We cannot accept applications submitted via email.
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Premier/Networking and Engagement Application (PDF)        Student Application (PDF)