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2026 LGBTQ OUTbio Scholarship

Application opens until July 10, 2026 at 5 pm ETT
The OUTbio LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer) Scholarship Program is intended to encourage LGBTIQ+ young adults to pursue careers in life sciences.

This scholarship is open to all students, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation, who have shown leadership and engagement in promoting LGBTQ+ diversity, equity, and inclusion in their communities.

In 2026, OUTbio will award one student up to $5,000 in unrestricted scholarship funds. Eligible applicants include:
- Current students attending a 2- or 4-year college, technical, or vocational school in New England (Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Connecticut) during the 2025–2026 academic year
- The funds are provided as an unrestricted grant, intended to support tuition and other educational expenses.
Who Should Apply?
We welcome applications from students pursuing life sciences degrees that may lead to careers in life sciences industries, including human disease biology, drug discovery, R&D, or biomanufacturing. We will also consider those studying in fields related to the life sciences, such as:
- Finance
- Operations
- Technology
- Communications
Selection Criteria
Applicants will be assessed based on:
- Written responses to application questions
- One letter of recommendation. Written and signed by someone who is NOT a family member. Ideally, from one of the following:
  
  Teacher, professor, or academic advisor
  Employer or supervisor
  Mentor, coach, or community leader
- The letter should:
  
  Speak to your character, achievements, and potential
  
  Highlight your interest in life sciences/biotech (if applicable)
  Reflect your contributions to your community or LGBTQ+ inclusion (important for OutBio)
- A virtual interview
Preference will be given to those whose degree paths align with careers in the life sciences ecosystem or related fields.

This scholarship is more than just financial support—it's a celebration of your leadership, vision, and place in the future of biotech and life sciences.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth (Month and Year only)*

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Primary Phone Number*
(000) 000-0000Format: (000) 000-0000.
E-mail*
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Preferred Pronouns *
(she/her, he/him, they/them, etc.)
Address*

Street Address

Apt/Unit #

CityState

Zip Code
Status at the time of application:*
For example: Accepted, Pending
Name of high school*
High School Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Year of High School Graduation or GED:*
Current GPA (Out of 4.0 GPA)*
Current Cumulative GPA:*
Have you applied for or received financial aid (grants, scholarships, or loans) for your education? If yes, please briefly describe the type and extent of support.*
Do you plan to work during the academic year? If yes, approximately how many hours per week, and is this necessary to support your living or educational expenses?*
Please list any High School activities, community activities, volunteer work, honors, offices held (Include organization name, dates of service, total hours and the name of contact at organization):*
Please upload a reference letter from your High School relating to your volunteer work, community or High School activities.*

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What scholastic honors or distinctions have you received, if applicable?
Answer N/A if this is not applicable
Upload High School Transcript *

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College/University Information (Please Note: The College or University has to be located in New England ( CT, MA, ME, NH, RI,VT) We do not accept or review application from colleges located outside of New England. *
College/University where you've been accepted
College Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Planned Degree Major/Concentration*
Expected Notification of Acceptance (evidence of acceptance will be required for award)*
Upload Acceptance Letter, if applicable.

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1. Write a short essay summarizing your experiences in leading or participating LGBTQ+ activities and advocacy at school or outside of school*

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2. Please explain why you are interested in pursuing a career supporting the STEM industry. 1. If your career path is one of a general and administrative function (i.e. Finance, IT, HR, Business Development, Legal, Marketing), explain why the STEM industry, specifically, is of interest to you and how you could support it. 2. Please site examples of how the STEM industry has changed the world for the better over the past 5-10 years from your point of view. 3. Tell us how the impact of scholarship on your academic plans.*

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2026 LGBTQ OUTbio Scholarship