2026 AERA ANNUAL MEETING

Los Angeles, California
April 8–12

The 2026 Annual Meeting will provide a dynamic experience with opportunities to learn from prominent scholars, discover the latest research, engage in stimulating conversations, and foster professional relationships.

In the coming weeks, visit this page for updates on registration and housing, program information, meeting policies and support services, exhibits and sponsorship, key dates, FAQ, and more.

2026 Submissions
Submissions were due on August 1, 2025, 11:59 p.m. PT. The submission deadline was extended from July 25. Submission notifications will be sent on November 7.

2026 Annual Meeting Theme
The 2026 Annual Meeting theme for 2026 is “Unforgetting Histories and Imagining Futures: Constructing a New Vision for Education Research.”