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If being a chemist is one of your life dreams, but can’t pay for college, you can take advantage of the American Chemical Society (ACS) Scholarship Program. This scholarship is open to all high school students who want to study Science or Chemical Technology.

To apply for the ACS Scholars Program, you should be an African-American, American Indian, Latino or Hispanic. You should also be a permanent resident of the United States or a legitimate US citizen. Enrollment in an accredited university or community college/ college is required. You must be a full time student with a GPA of 3.0, “B” or higher.

Since this would be a scholarship financial grant, you should be able to provide the institution with proof of financial incapacity according to the standards of Free Application for Federal Student Aid and Student Aid Report. College freshmen, sophomores and juniors who are currently majoring in Science and Chemistry courses can also join this scholarship program.

The ACS scholarship program is open for all those who want to pursue a career as a chemist or any career in Chemical sciences. As such, students who are intending to enroll in a pre-med program or any degree in Pharmacy or other non-related courses are not eligible for this grant.

The ACS Selection Committee, along with representatives from minority communities, goes through the task of reading and going through the applications to select a deserving student for the grant. The highest-rated student would be the top choice of this particular grant.

It is important that applicants submit all requirements, including a copy of their present financial status. The ACS team would notify the students of the status of their application in early June. Applications are open from November 1 to March 31 of the next calendar year.

For questions about the ACS program you can call (800) 227-5558 ext. 6250.or check their website here.