Scholarship and College Resources

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Other Scholarships

Here are links to other scholarships in northern and central California for post-secondary education that recognize LGBT+ community service:
  • Horizons Foundation
    Horizons is home to several scholarships, including the Markowski-Leach Scholarship and the Albers-Alexander LGBTQ Law Scholarship.
  • We Rise LGBTQ Scholarships
    Grass Roots Gay Rights Foundation awards $2,500 scholarships to LGBTQ students in the San Francisco Bay Area pursuing trade/technical certificates as well as associate's or bachelor's degrees. The grants focus on the development of skills necessary to find meaningful employment opportunities.
  • PFLAG Sacramento Follensbee-Hansen Scholarships
    PFLAG Sacramento awards scholarships of $1,000 or more each spring. The Follensbee-Hansen Scholarships are restricted to LGBTQ+ students from the Sacramento region who demonstrate an interest in LGBTQ+ community service.
  • PFLAG Napa
    PFLAG Napa awards academic scholarships to recognize outstanding LGBTQ* and LGBTQ* allies who are high school seniors and students in post-secondary institutions. You must be a resident of Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, or Marin Counties, but there is no financial need or merit requirement.
  • Tang Scholarship
    The Tang Scholarship provides financial assistance to LGBT Asians and Pacific Islanders for post-secondary education.
  • Sacramento Rainbow Chamber Foundation
    The purpose of the Sacramento Rainbow Chamber Foundation Scholarship Award is to motivate and assist Greater Sacramento's LGBT and other supportive students in pursuing and completing an educational degree or vocational certificate.
  • Bulldog Pride Scholarship
    The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund provides support to Fresno State incoming or returning students with good academic standing who have demonstrated pride in the community. The BPF also bestows the GSA Network Award to a student affiliated with the GSA Network.
  • GLEE Foundation Scholarship
    The GLEE Foundation of California in Modesto awards $1,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors who will be pursuing a post-secondary course of study. The purposes of the program are to recognize and support outstanding lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and straight ally students who will be first-year undergraduates and to enhance their stature in the community.
  • Queens of the Castro
    Queens of the Castro awards scholarships for LGBTQ+ youth across California, including the Grace Towers Scholarship for the Arts.
  • APIQWTC Scholarship
    APIQWTC (Asian and Pacific Islander Queer Women and Transgender Community) is an organization in the San Francisco Bay Area providing support and community for queer and trans Asian and Pacific Islander individuals. The APIQWTC scholarship recognizes those who are active in the community and encourages future leaders. APIQWTC awards two $2500 scholarships to two Asian/Pacific Islander lesbian, bisexual, or queer women or transgender individuals pursuing technical/professional training or an undergraduate/graduate degree.
  • Synergy Scholarship
    The GT Dave Foundation awards these $10,000 scholarships to support the next generation of LGBTQ+ students in achieving their entrepreneur dreams. Open to legal California residents with verified financial need.

Here are links to scholarships in southern California for post-secondary education that recognize LGBT+ community service:
  • ​Los Angeles LGBT Center Scholarships
    The Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Youth Scholarship Program offers financial support for selected LGBTQ+ students and their allies who are or will be pursuing a post-secondary education. The program grants scholarships to students who have shown strong promise and potential, but who, without financial support, might not otherwise complete their educational goals. The program considers academic merits, extracurricular activities, community involvement, personal narrative, and financial need.
  • Burton/May Pride Awards
    Safe Schools Desert Cities awards these scholarships “to recognize outstanding LGBTQI youth who, through their participation, dedication and initiative, have helped foster a positive self-image among other LGBTQI youth.” Applicants must be from the Coachella Valley or surrounding areas.

Here are links to national scholarships for post-secondary education that recognize LGBT+ community service:
  • Prism Foundation
    The Prism (formerly GAPA) Foundation Scholarships celebrate and reward outstanding scholar activists who are making a positive impact on the API and LGBTQ+ communities. High school seniors, undergraduate, graduate, and trade/vocational school students are encouraged to apply.
  • Point Foundation
    Point Foundation empowers promising LGBTQ students to achieve their full academic and leadership potential – despite the obstacles often put before them – to make a significant impact on society.

Here are links to some national directories of scholarship opportunities:
  • Campus Pride 
    National LGBTQ Scholarship Database of scholarships, fellowships and grants available specifically to LGBT and ally students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
  • Human Rights Campaign
    ​Searchable list of scholarships, fellowships and grants for LGBT and allied students at both the undergraduate and graduate-level.
  • Study.com
    College scholarships for LGBTQ students
  • Edubirdie
    A short list of "top LGBTQ scholarships," verified as of December 2019.
  • Best Colleges
    College Scholarships for LGBTQ Students
  • Health Administration Degrees
    Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Students in Health Fields
  • Beauty Schools Directory
    Scholarships for LGBTQ+ students to attend vocational schools
  • Cyberdegrees
    Scholarships for LGBTQIA+ Students
  • College Educated
    LGBTQ Scholarships
  • Bold
    LGBTQ+ Scholarship category
  • FinAid
    "The most comprehensive source of student financial aid information, advice and tools -- on or off the web."
  • Access Scholarships
    Free online platform designed to connect students with scholarship opportunities
  • Scholarships.com
    "You find money. Colleges find you."
  • CHCI NextOpp
    Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute's directory of scholarships, internships, and fellowships for Latinx students.

College Guides

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The Best College for LGBTQ+ Students in Each State
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LGBTQ College Culture Guide
Ultimate Guide to Resources for LGBTQ+ Students
LGBTQ+ Community Resources for College Students
College Experience Guide for LGBTQ+ Students
College Guide for Transgender & Nonbinary Students
Support Groups and Financial Resources for LGBTQ Students

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