Apply For Project SEED Summer Program - American Chemical Society

Sep 21, 2026

ACS Project SEED Summer Program application guidance for high school students interested in chemistry research. It outlines the program timeline (application window, student selection, summer start and end), eligibility requirements including local site availability and a family income limit tied to Federal Poverty Guidelines, and required application steps. The document also describes Summer I and Summer II program structures, mentorship and lab research expectations, professional networking, and follow-on scholarship opportunities for eligible chemistry-related majors.

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How to Apply

Eligibility Requirements

What to Expect

Types of SEED Programs

The Institutions

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Project SEED Scholarships

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2/23/2020 Apply For Project SEED Summer Program-American Chemical Society You are here: » American Chemical Society » Students & Educators » Students » High School » Project SEED » Apply Now ACS Project SEED Program Apply For Project SEED Summer Program Menu Coordinate a Program Find a Location Scholarship Donate Apply Mar 1st-Apr 31st Apply for a Program March-June Student Selection June Summer Program Begins Aug Summer Program Ends How to Apply Interested in participating as a Project SEED student in 2020? Fill out this quick form so that we can notify you when the applications open. Do you like science? Are you interested in learning what scientists really do in their laboratories? Find out how you can get exposure to chemistry, prepare for college, and learn about science career paths. To be considered for the ACS Project SEED Summer Program, candidates must: Meet the Eligibility Requirements shown below. Be located near an active SEED site. You can find these on our Location page. Note that you will be responsible for getting to and from the lab site each day. Complete the online application (open March 1st to April 31st) . If you are interested in applying, use the link above to complete an interest form. Contact the ACS Project SEED office if you have any additional questions. More details on how to apply will be coming soon. Visit the site periodically or sign up for updates using the link above so that you don't miss the application window. Eligibility Requirements Hide [https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/education/students/highschool/seed/apply.html](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/education/students/highschool/seed/apply.html) 1/4 A SEED program must be available in your location to participate. Applicants who are physically disabled are considered on the same basis as any other applicant and may not be discriminated against in any way. Your family's annual income must not exceed 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines based on family size. Below is an example of the maximums based on 2020 guidelines. | Household / Family Size | 200% | Household / Family Size | 200% | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | $25 ,520 | 8 | $88 ,240 | | 2 | $34 ,480 | 9 | $97 ,200 | | 3 | $43 ,440 | 10 | $106 , 160 | | 4 | $52 ,400 | 11 | $115 , 120 | | 5 | $61 ,360 | 12 | $124 ,080 | | 6 | $70 ,320 | 13 | $133 ,040 | | 7 | $79 ,280 | 14 | $142 ,000 | Preferably a rising junior or senior in high school (students graduating this year can participate as long as they are available to do research for the 8-10 week period) . Rising sophomores can participate as long as the site accepts students under the age of 16 and all other eligibility criteria is met. Have completed at least one course of high school chemistry. Interested in science. What to Expect Hide Types of SEED Programs Summer I Program The Summer I program is for first-time Project SEED participants who are given a scientific research project in chemistry or a related field under the direct supervision of a scientistmentor. Students receive a $3 ,200 fellowship award/stipend. Summer II Program The Summer II program provides Project SEED Summer I students with an additional summer (or two) of scientific research. Students either continue their research from the previous summer or begin a new research project. These students receive a $3 ,800 fellowship award. Summer II students may be eligible for a travel grant to present their research at ACS meetings or other scientific meetings. The Institutions Project SEED students gain research experience in academic, industrial, and governmental research laboratories through the guidance of scientist-mentors. Over the past four decades, more than 350 institutions have sponsored over 11 ,000 high school students to work on scientific research projects. Locate a Project SEED institution near you. [https://www.acs.org/content/a

FAQs

Who is eligible to apply for the ACS Project SEED Summer Program?

Candidates must meet eligibility requirements including local site availability, a family income cap tied to Federal Poverty Guidelines, completion of high school chemistry, and science interest. Applicants must be located near an active SEED site and participate responsibly in daily lab travel.

What are the key differences between the Summer I and Summer II programs?

Summer I targets first-time participants with a supervised chemistry-related project and a $3,200 stipend. Summer II builds on Summer I with additional research time, either continuing or starting new projects, with a $3,800 fellowship and potential eligibility for travel grants.

What happens after students complete the program?

After summer, students submit written reports and a follow-up survey. College scholarship applications open to graduating SEED seniors, with announced winners and scholarships ranging from 1 to 4 years up to $5,000 per academic year.

Sep 21, 2026

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