ACS Project SEED Program
ACS Project SEED provides high school students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds with hands-on summer research experiences alongside scientist mentors in academic and industry laboratories. Participants work on scientific projects in chemistry and related fields, participate in college-readiness and professional development activities, and present their findings.
Program details
- Deadline
- Apr 6, 2026
- Grade level
- Grades 10–12
- Location
- Multiple Locations
- Program type
- Research experience
- Duration
- 8-10 weeks
- Attendance
- Commuter
Eligibility
Open to high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors (including graduating seniors) who have completed at least one course of high school chemistry. Family income must not exceed 300% of Federal Poverty Guidelines (or demonstrate financial eligibility through FRPL, SNAP/WIC, TRIO, or SAT/ACT fee waiver).
Costs and support
- Cost
- Free
- Financial aid
- Program is free
- Stipend
- $4,000 stipend
- Contact program
- projectseed@acs.org
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