[Page 8] Top 195 Scholarships for LGBTQIA+ Students in February 2025
Updated Feb 22, 2025Apply below to the best Scholarships for LGBTQIA+ Students in February 2025.
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Samara Fund Scholarships
Vermont • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Asexual students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Freshmen
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Doyne M. Green Scholarship
Washington • Law • Social Work • Public Policy & Administration • Public Health • Medicine • Counseling • For Women • For Trans Woman students • Graduate Students
The Doyne M. Green Scholarship awards $4,000 to female graduate students in medicine, law, or public service in Washington.
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Fund for Education Abroad Rainbow Scholarship
For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students
The Rainbow Scholarship supports LGBTQI U.S. students studying abroad with awards up to $5,000. Apply now!
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Emerge Grant
Georgia • Montana • For Women • For Non-binary students • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Seniors • Juniors
Emerge Grant supports women and nonbinary individuals in Georgia and Montana pursuing education, offering $250 and renewable for 5 years.
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Point Foundation Community College Scholarship
For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Point Foundation offers $4,800 scholarships for LGBTQ community college students based on need, achievement, and involvement.
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Gregory Sprague Prize
For Lesbian students • For Gay students • For Bisexual students • For Transgender students
The Gregory Sprague Prize awards $250+ for exceptional work on LGBTQ+ history by graduate students, recognizing papers and articles.
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Tyler Clementi Memorial Scholarship
For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Community Service • Freshmen
The Tyler Clementi Memorial Scholarship offers $250+ to LGBTQ+ high school seniors with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
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PCA Skin: “Diversity in Esthetics” Student
For students with disabilities • Cosmetology/Beauty • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores
PCA Skin offers a $5,000 scholarship for diverse esthetics students. Apply with a video if you meet eligibility criteria.
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amika “Friend to Hair” LGBTQIA+ Scholarship
Cosmetology/Beauty • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores
The amika LGBTQIA+ Scholarship offers up to $20,000 for cosmetology students. Apply now if you're 18+ and identify as LGBTQIA+.
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Taylor J. Paul Arts and Media Scholarship
Arts • Digital Communications/Media • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students
The Taylor J. Paul Arts and Media Scholarship offers $1,000 to LGBTQ+ undergraduates in arts/media. Apply with an essay on your degree choice.
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ABF Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program
Law • Social Sciences • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
ABF Summer Fellowship supports underrepresented students in law and social science with a $4000 award. Apply now!
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Sylvia Rivera Award in Transgender Studies
Social Sciences • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students
Apply for the Sylvia Rivera Award in Transgender Studies for the best work in the field. Prize: $1,000.
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Tonda Taylor Scholarship
North Carolina • South Carolina • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen
The Tonda Taylor Scholarship offers $5,000 to two LGBTQ+ students in the Charlotte region for their first year of college.
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Marsh Inc. Business 4 Bobcats Scholarship Program (SM0065)
Texas • For Bisexual students • For Asexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Based on your gender • Community Service
Marsh Inc. offers a $1,000 scholarship for Texas State students with financial need and community involvement. Apply now!
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PFLAG Long Beach Scholarship
California • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
PFLAG Long Beach offers scholarships up to $2,500 for LGBTQ+ students and Allies. Apply now for support in your education!
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The Harrington Scholarship
Oklahoma • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students
The Harrington Scholarship offers $3,000 to LGBTQIA+ Norman residents pursuing post-secondary education. Apply now!
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APIQWTC Scholarship
For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Lesbian students • For Bisexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Seniors • Freshmen • Juniors • Graduate Students • High school • Sophomores
APIQWTC Scholarship offers $2,500 for Asian/Pacific Islander LGBTQ+ women and trans individuals pursuing technical education.
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The Al Neuharth Award for Innovation in Investigative Journalism
Journalism • For Gay students • For Bisexual students • For Lesbian students • For Queer students • For Transgender students
The Al Neuharth Award honors innovative investigative journalism by NLGJA members, with a prize of $250+. Join to apply.
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Graduate Student Paper Award
For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students
CUNY Graduate Student Paper Award offers $250 for the best paper on LGBTQ+ topics. Open to all CUNY graduate students. Apply now!
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LGBTQ Leadership Scholarships
Medicine • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • For Women • For Trans Woman students • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
LGBTQ Leadership Scholarships offer $5,000 awards to female medical students showing leadership in the LGBTQ community.
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FAQ for scholarships for lgbtqia+ students
When writing your application, be authentic and personal in your storytelling. Highlight your experiences, challenges, and achievements as an LGBTQIA+ individual. Tailor your application to reflect the values of the scholarship provider.
Scholarships for LGBTQIA+ students can cover a variety of expenses, including tuition, fees, books, and sometimes living expenses. The specific coverage will depend on the scholarship.
Many scholarships for LGBTQIA+ students are open to international students, but eligibility can vary. Be sure to review the specific requirements of each scholarship to determine if you qualify.
Common documents required may include proof of enrollment, transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. Specific requirements can vary, so check the guidelines for each scholarship.
To increase your chances, focus on crafting a strong application, including a compelling personal statement, and ensure you meet all eligibility criteria. Additionally, consider seeking recommendations and applying to multiple scholarships.
Yes, you can apply for multiple scholarships for LGBTQIA+ students. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your education.
Eligibility criteria can vary by scholarship but often include being a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, demonstrating financial need, and being enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited institution. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Yes, many scholarships for LGBTQIA+ students are legitimate and funded by reputable organizations, educational institutions, and foundations committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in education.
You can find scholarships for LGBTQIA+ students on various platforms, including scholarship search engines and dedicated websites. A great resource is Mos, where you can explore a wide range of scholarships tailored for LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Scholarships for LGBTQIA+ students are financial awards designed to support individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community in their pursuit of higher education. These scholarships aim to promote inclusivity and diversity in educational institutions.
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