Scholarships and Awards
The American Chemical Society offers a variety of scholarship and award opportunities to its members, including opportunities specifically for students & younger chemists, educators, and researchers & professionals. Through these opportunities, the ACS is able to recognize some of the exceptional individuals within the chemical profession who are making a difference.
The ACS periodically offers special programs or provides funding for outside programs that support the mission of the ACS. See the links below for more information on special projects or supported programs.
If you know of a scholarship or award opportunity not listed, then please send the information to chicagoacs@ameritech.net.
Students & Younger Chemists
- Marshal Award (Deadline: October 3, 2011)
- CIBA/YCC Young Scientist Travel Award (Deadlines: April 30 and September 30)
- Younger Chemist Leadership Development Award (Deadline: November 5)
- Priscilla Carney Jones Scholarship (Deadline: May 1)
Educators
- Great Lakes Regional Award for Excellence in High School Teaching (Deadline: September 1, 2011, CLOSED FOR 2011)
Researchers & Professionals
- E. Ann Nally Region Award for Volunteer Service to the ACS (Deadline: September 1, 2011, CLOSED FOR 2011)
- Esselen Award - (Deadline: October 15, 2011)
Special Projects & Programs
- ACS Business Plan Competition (Deadline: September 15, 2011)