American Chemical Society Scholars Program

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The ACS Scholars Program awards renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students majoring in undergraduate chemistry-related disciplines, who are intending to pursue careers in chemistry-related fields. Selected recipients are awarded up to $5,000 per academic year.

Criteria:

  • Must be African American, Hispanic-Latino, or American Indian
  • US citizen or permanent resident of the US
  • Full time student at an accredited college, university, or community college
  • High achiever in chemistry or science with a GPA that is 3.0 or higher
  • Ability to demonstrate evidence of financial need (based on FAFSA)
  • High school senior or college freshman, sophomore, or junior intending to or already majoring in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, or a chemically-related science, and planning a career in the chemical sciences or chemical technology. 

Application:

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Contact:

1-800-227-5558 ext. 6250
 

Award:

$2,500 - $3,000
 
Deadlines vary per award, check the website for details.