Flagship Scholarship
The Point Foundation Flagship Scholarship empowers LGBTQ students who are earning their undergraduate, graduate, & doctoral degrees at accredited colleges in the United States by offering financial support, community resources, and professional development.
The Point Foundation Flagship Scholarship empowers LGBTQ students who are earning their undergraduate, graduate, & doctoral degrees at accredited colleges in the United States by offering financial support, community resources, and professional development.
Scholarship Details
Flagship Scholarship recipients receive financial support, access to multiple leadership development programs, mentorship or coaching, and the support of a community of scholars and alumni.
Amount: Financial award based on need, renewable for up to four years of support.
Funding Period: Awarded Scholars will start their scholarship in the fall of 2025, with a maximum of four years of support.
Application
Sept. 10, 9 a.m. PST/12:00 p.m. EST: Point Scholarship application opens online.
Dec. 5, 5 p.m. PST/8:00 p.m. EST: Application closes.
Find more tips to apply on our application tips page.
Eligibility & Requirements
The Flagship Scholarship is for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer students earning a bachelor’s, graduate, or professional degree.
The Flagship Scholarship is for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer students earning a bachelor’s, graduate, or professional degree.
Scholarship Eligibility:
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Must be enrolled or intending to enroll at an accredited college or university based in the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska.
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Use scholarship funds at an accredited U.S. higher education institution between fall session 2026 and spring 2026.
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Be enrolled or intend to enroll in one of the following types of programs: a bachelor's degree, a master's or doctoral degree, or a medical, law, or other professional degree.
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Must be “out” as a person who identifies as a member of the LGBTQ community.
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Community college students must be transferring to a bachelor’s degree program at a four-year college or university for the academic year of the scholarship. Students who will be enrolled at a 2-year institution for the academic year of the scholarship should apply to the Community College Scholarship.
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Must be at least a senior in high school.
Scholarship Ineligibility:
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Students in post-baccalaureate or postdoctoral programs.
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Current high school students seeking funding for dual enrollment programs.
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Students enrolled in 100% online degree programs.
Selection Criteria:
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Personal history and background.
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Academic history and future plans.
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Estimate of financial costs and support.
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Community involvement and work experience.
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Demonstrated leadership or leadership potential.
Beyond Financial Support
Point Foundation not only provides access to college through scholarship funding, our staff community and volunteers are here to help you succeed in your school or university experience.
Mentoring
Take advantage of group mentoring to support academic and professional success.
Leadership Development
Learn from LGBTQ leaders at Point’s National Leadership Conference and virtual programming throughout the year.
The Community
Join hundreds of scholars in schools around the country, creating a network of peer support.
Flagship Scholarship FAQ
When will recipients be able to access Flagship financial support?
Scholars have access to funds at the start of fall term. Point does not support summer study.
Can I send my application early?
The Flagship Scholarship application is open from September through early December, and Point does not accept Flagship applications outside of this timeframe. While there is no benefit to early submission, Point highly recommends applicants submit their applications as soon as they have their materials ready. All complete applications submitted by the deadline receive equal consideration.
I need help with my application.
For all other questions and concerns, please email applications@pointfoundation.org.
I applied last year. Do I need to start a new application?