Community College Scholarships
Point Foundation provides community college scholarships for LGBTQ+ and ally students who are earning their associate degree and/or taking coursework toward transfering to a four-year college or university.
Point Foundation provides community college scholarships for LGBTQ+ and ally students who are earning their associate degree and/or taking coursework toward transfering to a four-year college or university.
Point Scholarships for Community College Students
Our scholarships for 2-year degrees and other community college programs provide financial support, community resources, and professional and leadership development.
Scholarship Details
Point Community College Scholars receive financial support, access to leadership development programs, and the support of a community of scholars and alumni.
Amount: $4,800
Funding Period: Fall 2027 through spring 2028.
Application Timeline
Application Opens: January 27, 9:00 a.m. PST
Application Closes: April 8, 5:00 p.m. PST
Application ClosedScholarship Eligibility
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
- At least half-time enrollment with the intention to enroll for the full academic year in an associate program and/or transfer to a bachelor's degree program at an accredited, not-for-profit four-year college or university in the United States.
- Intention to enroll for the full academic year in an accredited, not-for-profit community college in the United States.
- Must be a member of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally.
- If previously awarded a Point Scholarship, applicants must have exited their former program with active status, which grants eligibility for future scholarships and awards.
- Must expect to have their high school degree or equivalent by fall 2027.
Scholarship Ineligibility
- Students enrolled in 100% online degree programs.
- Students who have already been awarded two years of funding through the Point Foundation Community College Scholarship.
- Students who hold a bachelor’s degree or higher at the time of their application.
- Current high school students seeking funding for dual enrollment programs.
- Applicants and their immediate family members who have had a formal relationship with Point Foundation as an employee, board member, or volunteer.
Common Scholarship Submission Questions
Yes. You must be enrolled at least half-time in an associate degree program for fall and spring terms to maintain eligibility.
No. There is no age limit to be eligible for the Point Community College Scholarship Program.
No. The Community College Scholarship can only be applied to educational costs while you are enrolled in a community college. Students intending to transfer to a four-year institution within the next year are encouraged to apply for the Access and/or Flagship Scholarships.
Point Scholars must be enrolled in an accredited, not-for-profit U.S. higher education institution.
All questions and concerns regarding the Point Foundation Community College Scholarship can be sent to applications@pointfoundation.org.
For all other questions, please email applications@pointfoundation.org.
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