Scholarships & Awards

The Department of Chemistry, in cooperation with the School of Arts & Sciences and the Office of Undergraduate Admission, offers prospective students a number of science-based scholarships, such as the Beckman Scholarship, that can be used for up to four years of study at Richmond. 

The department recognizes outstanding chemistry students at an annual recognition ceremony each April. The department maintains a record of past award recipients, many of whom have gone on to enjoy successful careers in the sciences.

Garnett Ryland Award
Awarded to the best graduate in chemistry.

ACS Award
Awarded to a graduating senior deemed outstanding; and is generally given to a senior heading to graduate school in chemistry.

AIC Award
Awarded to a senior who is likely to go into a career in industry.

J. Stanton Pierce Award
Awarded to a junior most likely to reflect credit on the University and the Department of Chemistry.

The Clarence Denoon Award
Awarded to a science student headed to a prestigious graduate school.

Cole Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to a science major (any year-except graduating senior) on basis of performance and financial need.

Analytical Chemistry Award
Awarded to a junior chemistry major who demonstrates an interest in and an aptitude for a career in analytical chemistry.

Physical Chemistry Award
Awarded to a chemistry or biochemistry major who demonstrates an interest and aptitude in physical chemistry.

The William Trout Award
Awarded to the best freshman based on performance in general chemistry.