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.
Financial Aid for LGBT Students
Amethyst Scholarship Foundation
Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice
Gay and Lesbian Medical Association
St. Louis Black Pride Scholarship
For information about scholarships available at UMKC, please contact the UMKC Financial Aid and Scholarships Office at 816 235-1154.
