Orchard’s Scholarship for Women of Color in STEM

Scholarship Description

As part of Orchard’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, one of our goals is to encourage diversity within our industry and to find ways to make a difference outside of our organization. We’d like to support a woman of color in her pursuit to work in STEM. This year’s scholarships are worth $500, $1,000, and $2,500. This scholarship will assist them in their pursuit of a degree in STEM.

This scholarship is available to either: a female high school senior of color interested in pursuing a STEM degree in college, OR a female undergraduate college sophomore or junior of color currently pursuing a STEM degree.

Requirements for high school seniors:

• Full-time current students enrolled in a STEM class
• GPA of at least 3.0
• Must provide a transcript
• Interest in pursuing a STEM degree in college

Requirements for undergraduate college students:

• Full-time enrolled college student
• Declared major or degree program in STEM
• GPA of at least 3.0
• Must provide a transcript

Eligibility Requirements

• 3.0 Minimum GPA
• Must be Asian/Pacific Islander
• Must be Black, African American
• Must be Hispanic, Latino/a

Application Requirements

• Transcript required
• Essay required

How To Apply