Point Foundation- Flagship Scholarship Grant

Point Foundation- Flagship Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Point Foundation
Last Updated: September 11, 2025

Summary

The Point Foundation Flagship Scholarship is dedicated to empowering LGBTQ students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees at accredited U.S. institutions. It provides financial assistance, mentoring, and leadership development opportunities, ensuring these students have the support necessary to excel academically and professionally. Scholarships are renewable for up to four years, and recipients benefit from a vibrant community of scholars and alumni, enhancing their educational journey and future career prospects.

Overview

The Point Foundation Mission Statement The Point Foundation mission is to empower promising lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students to achieve their full academic and leadership potential – despite the obstacles often put before them – to make a significant impact on society. What We Do Point provides financial support, leadership training, mentoring, and community to college -students from around the world attending US-accredited educational institutions. Our work improves the equity and representation of LGBTQ people in nearly every industry, ensuring that LGBTQ people have a voice and are provided equal access and opportunity in every sector. 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. Award Information 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. Financial award based on need, renewable for up to four years of support. Awarded Scholars will start their scholarship in the fall, with a maximum of four years of support.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Must be enrolled or intending to enroll at an accredited college or university based in the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska.Use scholarship funds at an accredited U.S. higher education institution between fall session and spring of the upcoming academic year. 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.Must be “out” as a person who identifies as a member of the LGBTQ community.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.Must be at least a senior in high school.

Ineligibility

Students in post-baccalaureate or postdoctoral programs. Current high school students seeking funding for dual enrollment programs.Students enrolled in 100% online degree programs.Point does not support summer study.