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"Students are very honored to be selected as an ARCS Scholar. The interaction between the ARCS Foundation Chapter and the students means a great deal to the students as they are pleased that their scholarship is recognized and appreciated. The students appreciate the flexibility given to them regarding the different ways they can spend the money to enhance their research work." Northern Arizona University |
Outstanding Scholars at Outstanding Universities
Thousands of America’s outstanding science, engineering and medical research graduate and undergraduate students have received ARCS scholar awards allowing them to excel in their studies and prepare for their careers. They are supported by members of ARCS® Foundation Chapters, who are dedicated to ensuring scientific excellence in this country.
According to the National Science Board, science and engineering are essential components of our economy’s stability and growth, yet the number of degrees awarded in these fields to American citizens is not keeping pace with the nation’s needs.
ARCS® Foundation helps to provide fuel for the human engines of the economy. Since its founding in 1958, ARCS Foundation has funded nearly $79 million in more than 13,650 scholar awards to 8,120 academically gifted graduate and undergraduate students. Partnering with 52 of the top colleges and universities across the nation, ARCS Foundation Chapters support U.S. citizens pursuing degrees in dozens of fields of study.
One hundred percent of scholar award contributions from corporations, endowments, individuals and the all-women volunteer members of ARCS Foundation goes to fund these motivated students, many of whom enter the nation’s governmental agencies and corporations to advance U.S. science, engineering, medicine and technology.
ARCS Foundation’s scholars have completed significant research, founded companies, received numerous patents, and published extensively.
In addition to financial investments, Chapter members take a personal interest in their scholars. ARCS Foundation donors keep in touch throughout academic careers, and often beyond.
Scholars have not only benefitted from the awards themselves, but also from the significance of the recognition, the networking opportunities and the personal relationships established with and through ARCS Foundation members. As one scholar commented, “Being named as an ARCS Foundation Scholar was a great honor. The ARCS Foundation award provided additional funds so that I didn’t have to worry as much about finances. Most of all, I enjoyed meeting other students and members of ARCS Foundation. Hearing about others’ work, sharing my project and talking with members of ARCS Foundation about their lives and interests gave me extra inspiration to work hard.”
Who Can Be an ARCS Scholar?
ARCS Scholars are selected by departments of the institutions that qualify for ARCS Foundation Chapters’ financial allocations. The annual selection is based on rigorous criteria set by the ARCS Foundation National Board.
An ARCS Scholar must:
- be a citizen of the United States;
- be enrolled full-time, majoring in fields of science, engineering or medical research;
- have a GPA of 3.5 or higher; and
- be selected without regard to race, gender or religion.
Learn more about becoming an ARCS Scholar. Join the graduate and undergraduate students who have received more than 13,650 ARCS Foundation scholar awards since 1958.
The complete list of ARCS Foundation participating institutions is found on our Academic Partners page.