1st-ACS Scholars Program

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