Membership in ICPSR

Discover the benefits of ICPSR membership. Learn how to become a member, explore the list of member institutions, manage your membership, and find resources to promote ICPSR at your institution.

Maximize data access, training, and research impact with membership in ICPSR

  • Access: Enjoy free access to member-funded, curated data for research, publishing, and teaching.
  • Discounts: Benefit with discounted tuition for training in statistics, data analysis, and quantitative research methods.
  • Impact: Demonstrate your institution’s research productivity using ICPSR’s sponsor-approved repository for depositing & sharing research data.
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History Drives Our Future

  • ICPSR began sharing data in 1962, evolving with agency requirements, technology, and the needs of ICPSR members. We have been at the forefront of data access and preservation — from the paper punch cards and magnetic tapes of the past to today’s delivery of most data directly to members’ devices.
  • Data and training are of interest to over 40 academic fields and are used by faculty, students, and researchers, from beginner to expert.
  • Today, member institutions report that ICPSR membership is crucial for their institution to stay competitive and relevant in the academic landscape. Being a member enhances the institution’s reputation, attracts top faculty and students, and demonstrates a commitment to excellence in scientific research and training.

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