ACS Chemistry for Life Scholars Program

The ACS Scholars Program awards renewable scholarships to undergraduate students from historically underrepresented groups in the chemical sciences, majoring in chemistry-related disciplines, and intending to pursue chemistry-related careers. Selected recipients are awarded up to $5,000 per academic year. To date, over 3,500 students have received funding from the ACS Scholars Program.

Eligibility Requirements
- U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident. Please inquire via email if you have questions regarding asylum or DACA status.
- African descent or Black, Hispanic or Latina/Latino/Latinx, or Indigenous (e.g. Native American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Alaskan Native).
- Graduating high school seniors or college freshmen, sophomores or juniors. Seniors can apply for their fifth year.
- Those intending to major or are already majoring in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical technology, or another chemistry-related science AND planning to pursue a career in a chemistry-related science as well.
- Full-time students at a high school or an accredited college, university, or community college.
- Those demonstrating high academic achievement in chemistry or science (Grade Point Average 3.0 or higher).

Examples of Eligible Majors:
- Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemical Technology
- Food Science
- Forensic Science
- And Many Others

Required Documents
- Unofficial transcripts: must include fall semester grades. College freshmen must submit high school and college transcripts. Must be uploaded as a PDF document with the student’s full name and institution legible.
- Two letters of recommendation: One letter must be from a chemistry, science, or math teacher/research advisor. The application will ask for the names and emails of your letter writers. Please have this information handy when applying.

Contact Information for Further Inquiries:
- Email: scholars@acs.org