Academy 2024 Indianapolis will be held from November 6-9 in Indianapolis, IN. Indianapolis is known for fast cars and blockbuster sporting events, but it also offers a robust culinary and brewing scene, iconic cultural institutions, and vibrant neighborhoods. Known as the crossroads of America, you can drive to Indianapolis from most of the Midwest or fly into the airport conveniently located only 15 minutes from the headquarters hotel.
The continuing education is second-to-none, and you can learn in a variety of formats including standard continuing education lectures by top-notch presenters, grand rounds presentations, workshops, rapid fire lectures, a variety of symposia, and small-group exchanges. The opening Plenary Session always presents cutting-edge information that provokes thought and conversation. Attendees will also be able to interact with more than 150 vendors in the exhibit hall, while learning about and purchasing products that will improve patient care. According to the Academy motto, “All CE, All the Time,” attendees can potentially earn 32+ hours of continuing education credit over the course of the meeting.
So, START YOUR ENGINES and race to Indianapolis to meet friends and colleagues, advance your eye care knowledge, and purchase innovation that can improve patient care! Academy 2024 Indianapolis will be the best meeting yet!
Jeffrey Walline, OD, PhD, FAAO
President-Elect
Academy 2024 Indianapolis
We can’t wait to see you at Academy 2024 Indianapolis. Registration will open in the spring.
Upcoming Submissions
- Lectures and Workshops (January 2-31, 2024 at 5pm ET)
- Scientific Program (May 1-31, 2024 at 5pm ET)
Registration
Registration Rates
Member
- Early Bird (April 24 – August 11):
- Fellows/Candidates: $550
- Honorary Emeritus: $110
- Students/Residents: $75
- Regular (August 12 – October 7):
- Fellows/Candidates: $650
- Honorary Emeritus: $110
- Students: $75
- Residents: $100
- On-Site (October 8 – 15):
- Fellows/Candidates: $725
- Honorary Emeritus: $110
- Students/Residents: $125
Non-Member
- Early Bird (April 24 – August 11):
- Optometrists/Vision Scientists: $850
- Students/Residents: $125
- Regular (August 12 – October 7):
- Optometrists/Vision Scientists: $950
- Students/Residents: $150
- On-Site (October 8 – 15):
- Optometrists/Vision Scientists: $1,025
- Students/Residents: $175
One-Day Only
- Early Bird (April 24 – August 11):
- Members: $310
- Non-Members: $410
- Regular (August 12 – October 7):
- Members: $335
- Non-Members: $435
- On-Site (October 8 – 15):
- Members: $435
- Non-Members: $535
Exhibit Hall Pass
- Early Bird (April 24 – August 11):
- 1-Day: $35
- 3-Day: $100
- Regular (August 12 – October 7):
- 1-Day: $85
- 3-Day: $150
- On-Site (October 8 – 15):
- 1-Day: $85
- 3-Day: $150
Guest Pass
$150*
*includes access to social events and the exhibit hall. No CE/education access permitted with this registration type.
International Attendees
In August 2023, the Academy Board of Directors approved a reduction in Full Registration prices for international attendees who reside in a country that falls on the World Bank’s low income and lower-middle income economies. The Academy utilizes the following list to determine which countries fall under these categories: View List
For those residing in countries in the low-income list, the fees have been reduced by 90% to:
- Members: $65
- Non-members: $85
For those residing in countries on the lower-middle income list, the fees have been reduced by 75% to:
- Members: $162.50
- Non-members: $237.50
For assistance taking advantage of this reduced pricing, please ensure your Academy account accurately reflects your current mailing address/country of residence. Then contact registration@aaoptom.org for a coupon code to adjust your pricing.
Registration Rates Include
- CE session access excluding:
- Workshops: 2 hour: $100, 3 hour: $150
- ACE courses: $25
- Leadership Academy: Year-round program: $195. Application required.
- Exhibit Hall access
- Social and special events. Drink tickets and heavy appetizers will be provided. All of this is included in the cost of registration.
- CE certificate shortly after the completion of Academy 2023 New Orleans.
On-Site Registration
Registration central is located in the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Below are the registration desk hours. *Hours subject to change.
- Tuesday, October 10th: 1 – 5 PM
- Wednesday, October 11th: 7 AM – 6 PM
- Thursday, October 12: 7 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday, October 13: 7 AM – 6:30 PM
- Saturday, October 14th: 7 AM – 5:30 PM
Cancellation Policy
Requests for meeting refunds, which include registration fees, workshops, leadership courses, and banquet tickets, must be received in writing at the Academy office before August 10, 2023, at which time a full refund less $25 will be administered.
Written requests received on or after August 11, 2023 and not later than September 30, 2023 will be assessed an administrative charge of 25% of the total fees. No refunds will be given to requests received after October 1, 2023.
Visa Information
Most international attendees visiting the United States will need to apply for a visa through the U.S. Department of State.
Visa applications are now subject to a greater degree of scrutiny than in the past. The visa application process can take several weeks.
Please note the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) for travel to and from the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Bermuda.
It is important to thoroughly review all information on the specific Embassy’s Consular Section website for local procedures and instructions on making an interview appointment, paying fees and checking on the status of your visa application. Find the consulate for your country by selecting the associated region.
The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) allows citizens of participating countries to travel to the United States without a visa for stays of 90 days or less, when they meet all requirements explained below. Travelers must be eligible to use the VWP and have a valid Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) approval prior to travel.
The Visa invitation letters are issued to registered attendees only. Please fill out the Visa Invitation Letter Form after completing your meeting registration.
Future Academy Meetings
Academy 2024 Indianapolis
November 6-9, 2024
Indianapolis, Indiana
Academy 2025 Boston
October 8-11, 2025
Boston, Massachusetts
Academy 2026 San Diego
November 11-14, 2026
San Diego, California
Academy 2027 San Antonio
November 10-13, 2027
San Antonio, Texas
Academy 2028 Nashville
November 8-11, 2028
Nashville, Tennessee
Academy 2029 Seattle
October 10-13, 2029
Seattle, Washington
Academy 2030 Orlando
November 6-9, 2030
Orlando, Florida
