LEAGUE Foundation LGBTQ Scholarship

The program is open to self-identified Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer <Questioning>, +, graduating high school seniors meeting the prescribed criteria.

Annual Amount

Varies

Additional Selection Criteria

The applicant must:


  • Be graduating from high school in the year they applies for a scholarship.
  • Be an openly self identified member of the LGBTQ+Community.
  • Be a United States Citizen or be a legal immigrant.
  • Be attending an accredited college, university, or vocational school within the United States or Canada. Proof of acceptance is required.
  • Provide an OFFICIAL copy of their high school transcript showing a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better using a 4.0 scale or equivalent. Weighted average can be used in this calculations. If the applicant’s high school does not use a numerical grading system, then a complete description of the measures of success and requirements for graduation is required.
  • Complete 2 personal essays as outlined on the application form.
  • Provide at least 2 letters of recommendation from non-family members.
  • Prepare a detailed list of community involvement.  Heavier weight is given to those activities and leadership roles relating directly to the LGBTQ+ communities.
  • Sign an acknowledgement form agreeing to the outlined terms and conditions of the application. (See application form)


Application Process

Currently the LEAGUE Foundation has 4 awards for consideration and each student application is automatically reviewed for each. The four awards are:

TO APPLY, GO TO:  https://www.leaguefoundation.org/index.php/how-do-i-apply  Will have to create and/or Log in.  See application instructions:  https://www.leaguefoundation.org/images/2022_docs/2023_LEAGUE_Foundation_Scholarship_Application_INSTRUCTIONS_rev.pdf

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to info@LEAGUEFoundation.org



Deadline

April 15, 2023

For the application or more information go to:
https://www.leaguefoundation.org/index.php/our-awards/do-i-qualify

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