2009-10
Compendium

AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY SCHOLARS PROGRAM

American Chemical Society Scholars Program
1155 Sixteenth Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20036
1-800-227-5558, Ext. 6250
email: scholars@acs.org
http://www.acs.org/scholars

Approximately one hundred scholarships of up to $5,000 for African-American, Hispanic, and Native American students planning to pursue undergraduate college degrees in the chemical sciences, including 2-year chemical technology programs. Must meet following qualifications: be in a minority group listed above; citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.; high school senior intending to major in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or environmental science and toxicology; attend an accredited college or university on a full-time basis; have demonstrated high achievement in chemistry or science; show evidence of financial need for scholarship aid according to FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) guidelines. Selection based on: interest in the chemical sciences, demonstrated potential for success, financial need, overall GPA of 3.0 or better, leadership skills, participation in extracurricular activities and community service, recommendations, review of transcripts and personal statements.

Scholarships also available for college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. Applications are available on our website, http://www.acs.org/scholars.

Deadline: March 1 annually