George L. Cunningham, Jr. Chemistry Scholarship

For undergraduates in Chemistry, preferably distinguished in physical chemistry. Requires 2 essays, strong academic record. Renewable once.

Full description:
The following criteria must be met:

  1. The recipient(s) must be an undergraduate Chemistry major at Eastern Illinois University.
  2. The recipient(s) must have an excellent academic record.
  3. Preference will be given to a student whose performance in physical chemistry is outstanding.
  4. The recipient(s) will have demonstrated exceptional promise for distinction in the field of chemistry.
  5. At the time of selection, the recipient(s) must have at least one semester of full-time enrollment remaining in his/her BS in Chemistry program.
  6. The recipient(s) financial need is not a consideration.
  7. The recipient(s) shall be eligible to apply for, and receive, the award one additional time provided he/she continues to meet the criteria.
  8. The award(s) shall be announced in the Spring Semester and paid in the Fall Semester.

Keywords: Biochemistry, Chemistry, Science Teacher Education Chemistry

Award
Varies
Department
Chemistry, Eastern Illinois University - General
Deadline
03/15/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Have you taken or are in CHM 3910 Kinetics and Thermodynamics or CHM 3920 Quantum Chemistry yet?
  2. This award is for undergraduates in Chemistry, preferably who show distinguished progress in physical chemistry. Please describe your experience and overall impressions in whichever of the 3 physical chemistry courses (CHM 3910, 3915, and 3920) we offer that you’ve taken.
  3. Please describe your promise for distinction in the field of chemistry.
  4. Have you received this scholarship one additional time prior to the application?