Support for Applying

We believe the experience of applying for a scholarship should be as straightforward and easy as possible. As you prepare to apply, here are some things to know about that will help you complete your application.

Required materials for the application:

  • 3 essays, which are described in more detail in the application itself
  • Resume – please include:
    • Work experience
    • School activities and honors
    • Extracurricular and community activities, including volunteer roles, arts, and/or activism
  • Academic transcript (official or unofficial) -required for Washington state residents only

Optional materials you can include with your application:

  • Academic transcript (official or unofficial) -optional for residents of Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska
  • A letter of recommendation
  • 1-2 writing or art samples

Other helpful information:

Please feel free to contact Eden Shore, Scholarship Program Officer, with any questions!

 

Similar Scholarships

The following are useful sites for students searching for scholarships!

Campus Pride – student leaders and campus groups working to create a safer college environment for LGBTQ+ students provide many resources including a scholarship database.

FinAid – a list of scholarships and advice for LGBTQ+ students pursuing higher education. There is also useful general financial aid information available on this site.

HRC Scholarships Database for LGBT & Allied Students – extensive list of scholarships for LGBTQ+ and straight ally students. The list can be sorted by national and local resources.

Point Foundation – along with scholarship awards, each scholar is paired with a mentor and participates in leadership development programs.

TheWashBoard.org – If you are a Washington resident looking for scholarships, theWashBoard.org makes it simple by putting applications from Washington-based scholarship providers in one place.

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) – Part of the U.S. Department of Education and the largest provider of student financial aid in the nation.

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