SCI Scholars
The program is a joint effort of the Society of
Chemical Industry (SCI) America International Group, the American Chemical
Society (ACS), and the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), and
was developed to introduce chemistry and chemical engineering students to
careers in the chemical industry.
Exceptional sophomores and juniors with a GPA of
at least 3.5 and who are majoring in chemistry or chemical engineering are
encouraged to apply.
Program details:
- Thirty scholars will be chosen for internship positions in the summer of 2012.
- SCI Scholars receive $6,000-$10,000 for a ten-week internship.
- Students will be awarded a certificate and an additional $1,000, which can be used for any purpose, such as participation at an ACS or AIChE meeting.
- Scholars nominate a high school chemistry teacher for recognition. Teachers will be awarded a certificate from SCI and $1,000, which can be used for professional development or classroom materials.
- Applications are due December 16, 2011.
- Interested students should visit www.acs.org/sci to fill out an application and get more information.
SMART Scholarship Program
The Science, Mathematics, And Research for Transformation
(SMART) scholarship-for-service Program fully funds undergraduate and graduate
degrees in a wide range of technical areas, including all fields of
engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Brain and Cognitive Sciences, and
Mathematics.
A SMART brochure and a poster are attached and the
application web page is at www.asee.org/SMART.
The application deadline is December 1, 2011 for the 2012 school year.
SMART provides:
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Full Tuition – to any accredited U.S. University
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A very generous stipend while in school
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$25,000 for undergraduates
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$33,000 for masters candidates
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$36,300 to $41,800 for doctoral candidates
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Book allowance – $1,000
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Health Insurance
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Paid Summer internships
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All required student fees
· Travel for internships
