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  • ARCS is ensuring a bright future

    for science in America

  • ARCS Scholars work

    to complete degrees in science, engineering and medical research

  • ARCS Scholar

    ARCS® Foundation advances science

    by providing financial awards to academically outstanding U.S. citizens

  • ARCS Brilliant college scholars

    study at top ranked university STEM programs

Building US Competitiveness

ARCS® Foundation is a nationally recognized nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization started and run entirely by women who boost American leadership and aid advancement in science and technology.  To address the country's need for new scientists and engineers, we provide unrestricted funding to help the country's brightest graduate and undergraduate students create new knowledge and innovative technologies.

  • We sponsor talented, motivated American students at top US research universities.
  • Nine out of 10 ARCS Scholars after they graduate work in their sponsored fields - creating knowledge, developing technologies, launching start-up companies, inspiring youth.
  • Our 15 chapters build industry partnerships to support research important to their own communities.

Our Mission

ARCS (Achievement Rewards for College Scientists) Foundation advances science and technology in the United States by providing financial awards to academically outstanding students who are U.S. citizens studying to complete PhD degrees in science, engineering, math, technology and medical research.

 

 

ARCS National Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

On April 14, 2021, ARCS National Board approved the following statement and tagline which support diversity, equity, and inclusion within our mission of Advancing Science in America:

Opening Doors to Scientific Achievement

ARCS Foundation embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values critical to scientific excellence and innovation. We believe these core values are crucial to creating a welcoming environment within our organization. We open doors to talented individuals who bring different perspectives to scientific research. ARCS Foundation celebrates and supports the efforts of our partner institutions as they eliminate barriers to academic and scientific achievement.

In June of 2021, ARCS National Board established the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Action Plan Task Force charged with developing recommendations for possible actions and/or initiatives to support and implement ARCS National DEI Statement. Read more...

 


 

 

Featured News

 

ARCS Alumnus Ori Fox
Transformative Answers From Space
ARCS Alumnus Ori Fox hopes to unearth more secrets from space with images from NASA"s new, high-powered James Webb Space Telescope.
ARCS Scholar Gemma O'Connor
Research Foundation Makes Huge Investment in ARCS Scholars
The Washington Research Foundation donated $1.6 million to support ARCS Seattle Chapter.
ARCS Scholar Michelle Karabin
Champion Pole Vaulter Studies the Science of Balance
An ARCS Scholar uses her sports training and discipline to discover new rehabilitation methods.
Helen Sung ARCS Scholar
ARCS Scholar Captures Crocodiles for Research
Helen Sung studies the hybridization of crocodiles who are pushed into overlapping territories.
2022 AMC Atlanta Dinner
Reserve Your Spot at the AMC Dinner Table!
ARCS Atlanta members are opening their doors to warmly welcome attendees of the 2022 AMC.

 

In the News

 

David A. Dixon, Computational Chemist

Computational Chemist David A. Dixon, PhD Named to ARCS Foundation Alumni Hall of Fame

Posted on Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Alum is recognized for work in computational chemistry and for leadership in developing alternatives to chlorofluorocarbons that have restored and saved the stratospheric ozone layers.

LaGrange, Georgia (January 25, 2022) - At the January National Board Meeting, ARCS® Foundation Inc. announced computational chemist David Dixon, PhD has been selected as... Read more

ARCS Oregon Chapter Member Caron Ogg

A Natural Born Leader

Posted on Tuesday, July 13, 2021

Incoming ARCS National President Caron Ogg learned her work ethic and attention to detail from her father, a physician who worked every day of the year except for Christmas.  Her mother’s work schedule was the same. Her parents and all her grandparents earned college degrees, unusual in those decades. One grandmother... Read more

2021 ARCS Lights

ARCS® Lights "Illuminate" the Way for Scientific Advancement

Posted on Wednesday, June 9, 2021

LaGrange, Georgia (June 9, 2021) — ARCS® Foundation is pleased to announce the selection of 14 volunteers to receive the ARCS Light Award for their work in promoting science, engineering, and medical research.

The ARCS Light Award is the highest honor for volunteer work within the foundation and represents chapters’... Read more