The Out to InnovateScholarships, set up in 2011, is specially designed for LGBTQ+ undergraduate and graduate understudies seeking certifications in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) programs. The grants are intended to advance academic brilliance and expand the visibility of capable LGBTQ+ understudies in STEM careers. The organization is satisfied and much glad to inform you that Motorola Solutions Foundation has supported the Out to Innovate Scholarships for the 2022-2023 scholastic year, which incorporates first ($5000) and second ($2500) place graduate and undergraduate grants.
The mission of the grant program is to offer grants to LGBTQ+ understudies at present enrolled in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), or STEM-related instructing fields and award understudies who support a creative instructive community that builds the visibility and the achievements of LGBTQ+ and strong understudies, also encourage understudies to excel in their professions and support diversity in the STEM career. The grants will be paid in the Fall semester/quarter, as it were. Grant accessibility relies upon finances available and probably won’t be offered each year.
NOGLSTP is an expert society and worldwide community of LGBTQ+ understudies and experts in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Over the years, NOGLSTP has become notable across the USA and is a pursued accomplice for coordinated efforts with numerous associations and offices in advancing LGBTQ+ visibility and equality.
Brief Description
Below we have a brief description of the following scholarship:
| Organization | NOGLSTP |
| Education Level | College students |
| Subjects | STEM |
| Amount | $2,000 |
| Access Mode | Online |
| Number of Awards | 1 |
| City | Any |
| Nationality | Domestic |
| Country | U.S |
| Contest Deadline | June 4, 2022 |
| Application Fees | Not required |
| Requirements | Varies |
Who is Eligible?
The eligibility criteria for the following scholarship is as follows:
- Successful completion of a minimum of two years of post-high school education at an accredited U.S. college or university.
- Minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 on a 4-point scale.
- A declared major in an accredited STEM or STEM-related teaching field. STEM is Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.
- Identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ community.
- Be an active supporter of and participant in programs or organizations that promote LGBTQ+ inclusion and visibility
- Students must be eligible for fall term registration at an accredited U.S. college or university and must not be under disciplinary sanction.
How to Apply?
The application process has three sections:
- Profile,
- Application, and
- References.
The profile section tells us demographic information about you. The application form involves scholastic and financial information AND a 1000 word max personal statement. The reference request section asks you for contact information for three people who have agreed to write a letter of recommendation for you. One of these references must be a faculty member who is familiar with your academic accomplishments; the other two references may be people who are familiar with your community/volunteer activities.
Benefits
The scholarship incorporates first ($5000) and second ($2500) place graduate and undergraduate grants. The awards will be paid in the Fall semester/quarter only. Scholarship availability depends on funding and might not be offered every year. Some years will offer more scholarships than other years. All awards must be used in support of the recipient’s education or research.
Application Deadline
The application period will run from April 1 until June 4, 2022. To not miss this golden chance, kindly submit your application form along with the required document on or before the application deadline.
