Annual Meeting Registration
ACR Convergence 2026, the world’s premier rheumatology experience, will be held November 6–11 in the West Building of the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The meeting will be hosted in person, with opportunities to view content on demand.
Members-Only Registration Is Open
View registration details below and browse the schedule at a glance and full program to start planning your experience. When you log in to register, your customized registration fee will display.
Join the ACR/ARP to take advantage of members-only registration and get early access to register for popular sessions like the Ultrasound Conferences.
Registration Information
Follow the steps below to select a pass, add sessions, and register.
View more registration details →
Step 1: Pick Your Pass
ACR Convergence In Person Plus
- Preconference programming
- Opening session & reception
- Scientific sessions
- Exhibit Hall
- Poster Hall
- On-demand access
ACR Convergence In Person
- Opening session & reception
- Scientific sessions
- Exhibit Hall
- Poster Hall
- On-demand access
ACR Convergence On Demand
- On-demand access to preconference programming and scientific sessions
Step 2: Add Optional Sessions
*ACR Convergence In Person Plus or ACR Convergence In Person registration required to add. See below for more details about add-on sessions.
Step 3: Register
View registration information for groups (coming soon) and press (coming soon).
Registration Fees
Early Rate (through August 25)
| Audience | In Person Plus | In Person |
|---|---|---|
| ACR | $1,400 | $1,100 |
| ARP | $650 | — |
| ACR Transitional | $550 | — |
| ARP Transitional | $450 | — |
| Student/Resident | $0 | — |
General Rate (through November 11)
| Audience | In Person Plus | In Person |
|---|---|---|
| ACR | $1,825 | $1,400 |
| ARP | $825 | — |
| ACR Transitional | $750 | — |
| ARP Transitional | $650 | — |
| Student/Resident | $0 | — |
Note: To be eligible for reduced fees, members from countries with low-income and lower-middle-income economies, as determined by the World Bank, must provide evidence of work and residence address to education@rheumatology.org.
Small Team Members: All ACR/ARP Small Team members will automatically receive a member discount on ACR Convergence registration. The Small Team physician member will receive the ACR member discount and all other team members will receive the ARP member discount.
| Optional Add-On Sessions | Price |
|---|---|
| Meet the Professor | $90 |
| Ultrasound Workshop | $325 |
| Ultrasound Conferences | $2,095 |
| Practice Innovation Summit | $599 (through August 25) $699 (through November 6) |
Not yet a member? Join ACR/ARP! Students and residents: join at no cost to take advantage of reduced fees.
Early Rate (through August 25)
| Audience | In Person Plus | In Person |
|---|---|---|
| Physician | $2,025 | $1,650 |
| Nonphysician | $950 | — |
General Rate (through November 11)
| Audience | In Person Plus | In Person |
|---|---|---|
| Physician | $2,675 | $2,150 |
| Nonphysician | $1,300 | — |
Note: To be eligible for reduced fees, nonmembers from countries with low-income and lower-middle-income economies, as determined by the World Bank, must provide evidence of work and residence address to education@rheumatology.org.
| Optional Add-On Sessions | Price |
|---|---|
| Meet the Professor | $140 |
| Ultrasound Workshop | $485 |
| Ultrasound Conferences | $2,620 |
| Practice Innovation Summit | $799 |
What About Add-Ons?
ACR Convergence In Person Plus or ACR Convergence In Person registration required.
| Session | Details |
|---|---|
Meet the Professor Sessions November 8–10 | Get up close and personal with an expert on a topic within rheumatology. View Meet the Professor Schedule → |
Ultrasound Workshop Sessions November 8 | Hands-on training offered by an expert in musculoskeletal ultrasound. |
ACR Convergence In Person Plus or ACR Convergence In Person registration not required or included.
| Session | Details |
|---|---|
Ultrasound Conferences November 6–7 | Choose from one of two courses:
|
Practice Innovation Summit November 6–7 | Covering important topics for running a successful rheumatology practice. View Activity Details → |
ACR Convergence 2026 Cancellation Policy
All registration cancellations must be submitted in writing to the ACR registration office at ACR@Maritz.com by September 7 at 5:00 PM ET. The effective date for a cancellation request is the date the written notice is received by the ACR.
Refunds
Registrants who submit a written cancellation request to ACR@Maritz.com by September 7 at 5:00 PM ET will receive a full refund of registration fees, minus a non-refundable administrative processing fee of 25% of the purchase price (only applicable to items noted below under Scope of Policy), not to exceed $250. After September 7, no refunds will be issued.
Non-Attendance
Registrants who do not attend the meeting and do not submit a written cancellation by September 7 are considered no-shows and are not eligible for a refund.
Substitutions
Substitutions are not permitted.
Special Circumstances
Refund requests due to documented medical emergencies, military deployment, or other extenuating circumstances may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis at the sole discretion of the ACR. Supporting documentation may be required.
Event Changes or Cancellation
The ACR reserves the right to modify the program, speakers, dates, or format of the meeting as necessary. In the unlikely event that the meeting is canceled by the ACR, registrants will receive a full refund of registration fees. The ACR is not responsible for travel, lodging, or other expenses incurred by registrants.
Scope of Policy
The cancellation administrative fee applies to the following items:
- ACR Convergence In Person Plus
- ACR Convergence In Person
- Basic Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Course
- Intermediate-Advanced Rheumatologic Ultrasound Course
- Practice Innovation Summit
The cancellation administration fee does not apply to the following items:
- Meet the Professor Sessions
- Ultrasound Workshops (90-minute workshops only)
- Guest Passes
- Shuttle Passes
Contact ACR@Maritz.com for cancellation policies related to groups and PR@rheumatology.org for press policies.
Processing of Refunds
Approved refunds will be issued to the original method of payment within four weeks following the conclusion of the meeting.
Complete details about the ACR Convergence 2026 Choose Rheumatology Scholarship coming soon.
2026 Pediatric Rheumatology Residents Program applications are closed. The application deadline was noon ET on May 1, 2026.
About the Scholarship
The American College of Rheumatology is proud to announce that it will offer the Pediatric Rheumatology Residents Program at ACR Convergence 2026 in Orlando, Florida, November 6–11.
The goal of the program is to motivate outstanding pediatric residents to pursue subspecialty training in pediatric rheumatology by providing an opportunity to attend the ACR Convergence.
The program is designed to introduce pediatric residents to the rheumatology subspecialty during the early period of their residency. By identifying residents who have demonstrated an interest in rheumatology but are undecided about a subspecialty, we hope to have a positive impact on workforce issues that continue to challenge pediatric rheumatology.
Award
Accepted pediatric residents will travel to ACR Convergence, November 6–11, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. Participants will be required to attend the meeting in person, receive complimentary registration, and up to $900 in travel reimbursement.
Participant Eligibility
- Enrolled in an ACGME-accredited pediatric or medicine/pediatric residency or a similar program in Canada accredited by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
- Interested in, but not yet decided, on subspecialty training in pediatrics and willing to consider rheumatology. (Residents who have already applied to a rheumatology fellowship program are NOT eligible for this program, nor are residents selected for this program from previous years.)
- Considered to be an outstanding candidate by the Program Director in pediatrics and/or a pediatric rheumatologist.
- CV
- Letter of support
- Letter of support from your Pediatric Rheumatologist or Residency Program Director at your home institution.
- Pediatric Rheumatologist mentor name and contact information (if you don't have a mentor, we will match you)
Schedule of Events*
Program Orientation
(virtual)
Poster Tour
(in person)
Fellow Panel
(in person)
Faculty Panel
(in person)
* Dates and times to be announced
Application Process
Applications were due by noon ET on May 1. Notifications of acceptance will be sent the week of May 18.
2026 Phil Robinson Global Scholars Program applications are closed. The application deadline was April 10, 2026.
About the Program
This annual scholarship program has been established to honor the ACR member, colleague, friend and leader in rheumatology Philip C. Robinson, MB ChB, PhD, FRACP.
The Phil Robinson Global Scholars Program aims to foster collaboration, facilitate mentoring, and promote interactions between early-career rheumatologists, rheumatology health professionals and patient advocates around the world and recognize and develop future leaders within global rheumatology.
The program supports junior academic rheumatologists, rheumatology health professionals and patient advocates to travel to the US to experience the ACR Convergence, participate in a “Know Before You Go” virtual orientation, engage in a bespoke mentoring exercises with established rheumatology mentors and attend a Global Rheumatology Networking event with international colleagues.
Funding/or this program is made possible by contributions from the American College of Rheumatology and COVID-19 Global Rheumatology Alliance.
Target Audience
Targeting early career rheumatologists/trainees, health professionals/trainees, and patients from outside the USA and Canada. Priority will be given to applicants from low and middle-income countries.
Please note: Individuals who have spent time at a US or Canadian institution for clinical or research purposes within the past 2 years are not eligible to apply.
Individuals in EULAR member countries should consider alternative scholarship opportunities including the ACR-EULAR Research Exchange Program.
Program Schedule
To be announced
Travel/Award
Scholars will receive reimbursement to cover ACR Convergence 2026 registration, travel costs, and accommodation up to $5,000 USD.
Scholar Eligibility
To be eligible for the program, applicants must:
- If a practicing clinician or researcher, applicants must be within 10 years following fellowship or graduate training at the time of application submission.
- All applicants must be from outside of the USA and Canada.
- Priority will be given to applicants based in Low or Middle-Income Country as determined by the World Bank.
- All applicants must demonstrate a commitment to clinical rheumatology, rheumatology education, research and/or advocacy.
Please note: Applicants will be contacted periodically post-participation for assessment of impact/outcomes. As a condition of the scholarship, awardees are expected to submit a short summary outlining their experience with a photograph.
Application Information
During the application process each applicant will be asked to upload the following:
- Current Curriculum Vitae (NIH biosketch format or other format accepted – please limit to 5 pages and include your education/training history, positions/roles (employment and service), honors/awards, presentations/posters, and publications).
- Personal statement (no more than 500 words) outlining your commitment to clinical rheumatology, rheumatology education and/or research and how participation in the Phil Robinson Global Scholars Program/attendance at ACR Convergence 2026 will directly advance your career goals.
- If a patient advocate, personal statement (no more than 500 words) outlining your commitment to advocacy, accomplishments to date, and how participation in the Phil Robinson Global Scholars Program/attendance at ACR Convergence 2026 will directly impact your work with patient organizations/patients and support local/regional advocacy effort.
- Letter of recommendation from a senior academician, supervisor, or colleague within rheumatology.
Please have documents prepared before the application process is started.
The deadline to submit an application was April 10, 2026.
Applications will be scored on:
- Strength and relevance of candidate's personal statement
- Strength and enthusiasm of letter of support
- Potential for program to advance candidate's career or support local/regional advocacy efforts