Resources » Need for LGBT Scholarships

Students who have been stigmatized, isolated or closeted because of sexual identity issues often lack critical family, financial and community support. Encouraging them to continue their education can be very challenging. Too often individuals of great promise give up because they don’t think anyone believes in them or cares what they have to contribute. Scholarships that clearly say, "this is for you" can make a huge difference.

Many of the scholarships listed below also recognize students who may not be gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender, but who have contributed to the LGBT community. These may be the children of LGBT parents, or just friends of our community whose leadership skills we want to foster.

Information about the LGBT Scholarship Fund at UMKC

Please verify eligibility requirements and deadlines carefully.

For information about scholarships available at UMKC, please contact the UMKC Financial Aid and Scholarships Office at 816 235-1154.