[American Chemical Society](https://www.acs.org)

January 19, 2026 (Full application deadline — ACS Spring 2026 Meeting)

Up to $1,000 for eligible travel and professional development expenses per awardee.

Supports undergraduate and graduate students with travel and related costs to attend ACS Meetings for professional and career development.

Open to U.S. citizens in chemical sciences; presenting at the meeting is not required.

--- ## Description The ACS Bridge Travel & Professional Development Award provides financial support to undergraduate and graduate students in the chemical sciences to attend the ACS Spring or Fall Meeting. The award is intended to help defray costs such as registration, transportation, lodging, meals, and presentation materials, regardless of whether the student is presenting or simply attending the meeting. The program encourages applicants to reflect on how participation aligns with their academic or professional goals and how it will contribute to their career development. Recipients are expected to share the knowledge and experience gained with their academic or professional communities and to embody the core values of the American Chemical Society: Passion for Science, Lifelong Learning, Inclusion and Belonging, and Sustainability. --- ## Due Dates - January 19, 2026: Full application deadline — ACS Bridge Travel & Professional Development Award (closes for ACS Spring 2026 Meeting at 11:59 PM ET) --- ## Funding Amount - Each award provides up to $1,000 to cover eligible travel and professional development expenses, including: - Registration fees for the ACS Meeting - Transportation and lodging - Meals - Presentation materials --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be: - U.S. citizens - Undergraduate or graduate students in the chemical sciences - ACS membership is not required. - Both students presenting and those simply attending are eligible. - The award is open to all eligible students regardless of presentation status or abstract submission. --- ## Application Process 1. **Create an Account & Access the Application** - Apply online via the [ACS application portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/sl/pBftt7). - New users must create an account (separate from ACS ID). 2. **Complete Application Packet** - Respond to essay prompts tailored to either presenters or attendees, focusing on academic/professional goals, meeting participation, and ACS core values. - Submit a resume or CV outlining relevant experiences and achievements. - Provide a letter of recommendation from a mentor or advisor addressing your qualifications and how the award will benefit your professional development. 3. **Submission** - All materials must be submitted by the deadline. - Applicants receive a confirmation email upon successful submission. - Ensure your recommender is aware of the deadline and able to submit on time. 4. **Post-Award Requirements** - Complete a feedback survey after attending the meeting. - Submit proof of expenses (receipts, confirmations, or statements) to document use of funds. - Unspent funds may be reported as taxable income. --- ## Additional Information - Applications are accepted twice yearly for the ACS Spring and Fall Meetings. - Awardees are expected to disseminate their experiences and learning to their home institutions or professional networks. - The award is part of the ACS Bridge Program, supporting diversity and inclusion in the chemical sciences. --- ## External Links - [ACS Bridge Travel & Professional Development Award Program Page](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/acs-bridge-travel-professional-development-award.html) - [ACS Bridge Program Overview](https://www.acs.org/education/students/graduate/bridge-project.html) - [Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/sl/pBftt7) - [Other ACS Funding Opportunities](https://www.acs.org/funding.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Webpage | |------------------------|---------------------------------|------------------|-----------------------------------------------| | ACS Bridge Program | bridge@acs.org | +1 800-227-5558 | [Contact ACS](https://www.acs.org/contact.html) | ---

ACS Bridge Travel & Professional Development Award

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