First-Time Attendees

Thank you for choosing to attend the Joint Statistical Meetings in Philadelphia, PA. We are so pleased you will be joining us!

What Can I Expect During My First JSM Experience?

  • You will have access to new and innovative sessions, social events, and career opportunities.
  • You will receive information about the latest statistical software in the EXPO, where you can also win prizes.
  • You will have the opportunity to meet colleagues in your field and learn about other fields.
  • Most of all, you will have the chance to have fun while building relationships and networking with other statisticians from around the world.

Interested in an overview of the conference? Download the JSM 2020 schedule-at-a-glance. Complete program information for 2020 will be available March 31.

Key Dates

    Attend
  • May 27, 2020 11:00 AM - June 30, 2020 11:59 PM
    Deadline to register to receive JSM Care Package
  • July 1, 2020 12:01 AM - August 6, 2020 11:59 PM
    Registration
  • August 2, 2020 - August 6, 2020
    2020 Joint Statistical Meetings
  • Program Participants
  • July 18, 2019 - September 5, 2019 11:59 PM
    Online submission of invited session proposals open
  • September 30, 2019
    Online submission of Continuing Education course proposals deadline
  • October 9, 2019 - October 29, 2019 11:59 PM
    Online submission of invited session abstracts open
  • November 12, 2019 12:01 AM - December 10, 2019 11:59 PM
    Online submission of topic-contributed session proposals
  • December 3, 2019 12:01 AM - February 4, 2020 11:59 PM
    Online submission of abstracts (all except invited papers and panels)
  • January 15, 2020
    Online submission of Computer Technology Workshop (CTW) proposals deadline
  • January 22, 2020 - April 2, 2020 11:59 PM
    Online submission of JSM Meeting & Event Requests
  • January 28, 2020
    Deadline to request registration extension for government agencies
  • May 27, 2020 12:01 AM - July 1, 2020 11:59 PM
    Online abstract editing open
  • June 10, 2020
    Draft manuscript deadline