ACS Scholars Program

4 November 2019

The ACS Scholars Program is accepting applications for its 2020 cycle!

The program awards renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students from the high school seniors to undergraduate students majoring in chemistry-related disciplines, and are also intending to pursue careers in chemistry-related fields. Selected recipients are awarded up to $5,000* per academic year.

To date, over 3,000 students have received funding from the ACS Scholars Program.

Learn more about the ACS Scholars Program online or download our informational flyer and help spread the word about this exciting opportunity to your students.

To be considered for a scholarship through the ACS Scholars Program, candidates must:
• Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident. Please inquire if you have questions about your specific status eligibility.
• Be African-American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, or American Indian.
• Be a graduating high school senior or college freshman, sophomore or junior. Seniors can apply for their fifth year.
• Intend to major or already major in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical technology, or another chemistry-related science AND plan to pursue a career in a chemistry-related science field. Student pursuing pre-med, nursing, pharmacy, veterinary careers are not eligible. MD/PhD degree aspirations are, however, eligible.
• Be a full-time student at a high school or accredited college, university, or community college. • Demonstrate high academic achievement in chemistry or science (GPA 3.0 or higher).

Completed application and required documents must be submitted by March 1st annually.
Nov 1st Application Opens
Aug 15th Scholarship Checks Sent
May 15th Results Announced

* Number of awards and award amounts are determined by school year, demonstrated financial need, and available funding

ACS Scholars Program