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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 US citizens studying to complete degrees in science, engineering, math, technology, and medical research.

 

 

 

ARCS National Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 

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. On June 10, 2022, ARCS National Board accepted the report from the DEI Action Plan Task Force. Read the entire report and more...

 


 

 

Featured News

 

Silver Foundation
Silver Family Foundation donates $2 Million to ARCS Foundation
Philip and Barbara Silver's historical donation to fund ARCS Foundation chapters programs
ARCS Scholar Austin Blackmon
Curiosity, Curing Cancer and Changing the face of STEM
As a child, Austin Blackmon was always curious. This affinity to ask questions naturally led him to an interest in science.
Ruth Novak
Utah’s Beloved Female Trailblazer in STEM
ARCS Utah board member Ruth Novak has gravitas as a woman whose career and life have exemplified success and the importance of STEM.
Sarah Neshat
Scholar Champions Diversity in STEM
ARCS scholar Sarah Neshat experienced her first thrill of science in an after-school program at her Oakland middle school.
ARCS Scholar Tony Wang
ARCS Scholar Creates “Microbots” to Deliver Life-Saving Treatment
Instead of a neurosurgeon drilling into your skull ARCS Scholar Tony Wang has a different concept.

 

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