Student National Medical Association (SNMA)

What is the SNMA?

  • The nationally recognized medical student branch of the National Medical Association (NMA).

  • MAPS exists as an undergraduate student branch of SNMA.

Fun Fact: There are over 193 SNMA chapters and 206 MAPS chapters nationwide!

What are the Benefits of Joining SNMA?

  • Access to Top Publications

  • Educational Resources

  • Member Discounts for test prep materials

  • Opportunities to Become an SNMA Leader

  • Career and Leadership Training at Members-only Events

  • SNMA Programs and Fellowship Opportunities

  • Discounted admissions price to the AMEC


Important Note!

Becoming a member of the SNMA is a separate charge than your MAPS membership dues. You are NOT required to become a member of SNMA to become a member of MAPS. Paying for a SNMA membership will NOT cover your membership dues to MAPS, or vice versa. We only encourage MAPS members to also become members of SNMA for the additional benefits.


If you have any questions about the SNMA, please contact maps.president@gmail.com.

If you are interested in becoming joining the SNMA, visit the official SNMA website for more information and to pay for you membership dues.