Out to Innovate Scholarships

The Out to Innovate™ Scholarships, established in 2011, are intended for LGBTQ+ undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) programs. The scholarships are designed to promote academic excellence and increased visibility of talented LGBTQ+ students in STEM careers. We are pleased to announce that Motorola Solutions Foundation has funded the Out to Innovate Scholarships for the 2022-2023 academic year, which includes first ($5000) and second ($2500) place graduate and undergraduate scholarships.

Deadline: June

Value: $5,000 (first-place); $2500 (second-place)

Eligibility: 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.

Major: STEM Fields

Fellowship Type: Undergraduate, Graduate

Nomination: No, but strongly suggested to work with the office

Website: Out to Innovate Scholarships