Student Program
Level up your skills. Build your community. Explore your future.
Your academic resource hub for student opportunities, career development, and pathways in the chemical sciences. This tailored guide connects you to everything you need to grow as a scientist, prepare for your next step, and make the most of your ACS Fall 2026 experience.
Featured events
Sunday, August 23
11:30 – 1:00 PM CT
ChemIDP is an Individual Development Plan designed specifically for students and postdoctoral scholars in the chemical sciences. Through immersive, self-paced activities, users explore potential careers, determine specific skills needed for success, and develop plans to achieve professional goals.
Graduate School Fair
Monday, August 24
2:30 – 4:30 PM CT
The Graduate School Fair is a great way to learn more about graduate programs, whether you're applying to grad school or simply considering it for your future. Connect with graduate program representatives to find the best fit for you.
Tuesday, August 25
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CT
Student teams will showcase chemistry‑driven ideas that demonstrate how chemistry enables functionality, sustainability, and innovation in real‑world applications. Through creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurial insight, these future chemists bring their solutions to the stage. Come hear the teams’ pitches and cast your vote for your favorite to win the Audience Favorite award.
Connect with your academic community
Explore programming designed for emerging scientists—featuring sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities that bring peers together, build skills, and foster shared academic and career interests.
Attend featured symposia
Build your schedule around these highlighted sessions. More sessions coming soon.
Central Time (US & Canada). Information is preliminary and subject to change.
Sunday, August 23
| Date | Time | Session |
| August 23 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM | ChemIDP Workshop: Planning for your Career |
| August 23 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | First Time Attendee Orientation |
Monday, August 24
| Date | Time | Session |
| August 24 | 8:00 AM - 8:15 AM | Student Welcome & Program Overview |
| August 24 | 8:15 AM - 9:45 AM | The In’s and Out’s of Getting into Graduate School |
| August 24 | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | What to Expect in Graduate School |
| August 24 | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Undergraduate Research Poster Session |
| August 24 | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Graduate School Fair |
| August 24 | 6:45 PM - 8:00 PM | Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Scholars Reception |
| August 24 | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Sci-Mix |
Tuesday, August 25
| Date | Time | Session |
| August 25 | 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM | ComSciCon Sessions |
| August 25 | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Effective Communication in Mentoring –Training for Graduate Students & Postdocs |
| August 25 | 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Effective Mentoring in Research – Training for Graduate Students & Postdocs |
| August 25 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | ChemBiz Pitch Competition |
| August 25 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Mentee Training for Undergraduate Students |
Student resources
Expand your skills and make connections
Make the most of your ACS Fall 2026 experience by building your skills through targeted workshops and connecting with peers during community events.
Share your experience. Shape the future of ACS.
ACS is inviting students and early-career professionals to participate in short interviews during ACS Fall 2026. We’re looking to understand your goals, challenges, and what support would make the biggest difference in your career. Your feedback will directly inform how ACS improves programs, resources, and member value.
Participants will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $50 gift card
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