To be considered for a scholarship through the ACS Scholars Program, candidates must:
Be African-American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, or American Indian
Be a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident
Be a full-time student at a high school or accredited college, university, or community college
Demonstrate high academic achievement in chemistry or science (Grade Point Average 3.0 “B” or better)
Demonstrate financial need according to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form (FAFSA) and the Student Aid Report (SAR)
Be a graduating high school senior or college freshman, sophomore or junior intending to, or already majoring in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical technology, or another chemically-related science
Be planning a career in the chemical sciences
*Please note that students intending to enter Pre-Med programs or pursuing a degree in Pharmacy or Nursing are not eligible for this scholarship.
High school seniors may apply for the scholarship program.
Only official transcripts will be accepted. Ensure that your school sends us a transcript in a sealed envelope. We accept virtual official transcripts as well. Check to see if your school works with a transcript clearinghouse to send the transcript or ask a counselor/registrar to email us directly. Send to scholars@acs.org.
The Selection Committee includes professionals in academia and the chemical industry, and some ACS Scholar Alumni. This committee reviews all applications to determine the best overall candidates. The highest-rated students are selected as scholarship recipients. Scholarships are awarded based on academic record, career objective, leadership ability, participation in school activities and/or academic research, and community service.
Scholarship recipients receive between $1000-$5000 per year. Scholarship awards are renewable as long as Scholars maintain academic performance requirements.
Application Opens: November 1st-March 1st
Deadline: March 1st
Website: https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/education/acs-scholars/apply.html