ACS Bridge Travel & Professional Development Award
The ACS Bridge Travel & Professional Development Award funds student attendance at ACS National Meetings to promote scientific engagement, networking, and professional growth in the chemical sciences.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: June 21, 2026 (Full application for ACS National Fall 2026 Meeting)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 per award to support travel and participation in ACS National Meetings
Summary: Supports undergraduate and graduate students in the chemical sciences to attend ACS National Meetings, enhancing their academic and professional development.
Description
The ACS Bridge Travel & Professional Development Award provides financial support for undergraduate and graduate students in the chemical sciences to attend the ACS National Spring or Fall Meetings. The award offers up to $1,000 to help defray costs such as registration fees, transportation, lodging, presentation materials, and meals. Students can apply whether they are presenting or simply attending the meeting, and ACS membership is not required. The program is designed to foster students’ academic growth, professional networking, and engagement with ACS core values, including Passion for Science, Lifelong Learning, Inclusion and Belonging, and Sustainability.
