Don’t miss out on the AMA’s largest advocacy event for students, the Medical Student Advocacy Conference (MAC), March 6-7, 2025, in Washington, D.C. Register by Feb. 16 to reserve your spot.
With the 2025 conference quickly approaching, here are a few ways to take advantage of AMA discounts for associated conference travel costs.
Going as a chapter? Apply for a travel grant!
- Local AMA sections are eligible to apply for up to two travel grants per academic year, with a maximum of $250 per grant request. Each section must have already submitted or must concurrently submit an application for a recruitment, engagement or community service grant.
Your school and/or state society may be able to help.
- Medical state society and schools provide financial assistance for student opportunities and will often cover expenses in full.
- Request a funding letter and/ or letter of support/ excuse from our Medical Student Section staff.
Book your hotel before Feb. 13, 2025, to access the group rate.
- The AMA is offering discounted room rates at Hilton Washington DC National Mall—The Wharf with rates as low as $309. These rooms sell out quickly. Room block is accessible on the official MAC registration page (sign-in required).
Pro-tip: Consider cutting down on this cost by finding a roommate or two for your stay. Need help finding a roommate? Contact [email protected].
Traveling by air? Take advantage of our airfare discount with United.
- Go to united.com/meetingtravel
- Enter Offer Code ZQ9Q670510 in the "Offer Code" box
- Enter origin, destination and travel dates
- Available flights will be displayed. When an available flight is selected the discounted fare will automatically be calculated and applied at time of ticketing.
- You may also call the United Meeting Reservation Desk at 1-800-426-1122 and provide the agent with offer code ZQ9Q670510. Booking fees are waived for meeting reservations. The discount is valid for travel three days prior to and three days after the official conference date(s).
Take to the road with AMA member-exclusive discounts from Hertz.
- Save up to 25% on car rental base rates at participating Hertz locations. Plus, get your young renter fee waived for members 20-24 and peace of mind with a loss/damage cap of $5,000.
- AMA members also enjoy complimentary Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® benefits when you sign up with your AMA discount code. This means you can skip the line for a faster checkout, earn premium status the more you rent and redeem points for free rental days and more.
- Getting started is easy. Visit Hertz to take advantage of these evergreen benefits. (Terms apply.)
Contact us
Have questions or need additional help to make your trip to MAC happen? Reach out to us directly at [email protected].
