Point Foundation LGBT Scholarship

Awarded by : University of Maryland

Updated on Feb 12, 2025
Tanuj Kumar

University Research Analyst

Point Foundation LGBT Scholarship

  • Applicable for

    University of Maryland in USA

  • No. of students to be awarded

    Varies

  • Course Level

    Bachelors & Masters

  • Intake year

    Jan 2025 +1 more

  • Type of scholarships

    Merit

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Scholarship Overview

  • Point’s application process is open to all college students regardless of citizenship. Undocumented students are eligible and will be reviewed as international students. – Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, Recent Grads, and Graduate Students – GPA of 3.5 or higher recommended – All Majors

Applicable course, university and country

This scholarship is applicable for Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree

This scholarship is applicable for the following courses in University of Maryland in USA

  • Point’s application process is open to all college students regardless of citizenship. Undocumented students are eligible and will be reviewed as international students. – Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, Recent Grads, and Graduate Students 

Scholarship amount details

Scholarship amount can be used for

Type of Expense Indicates if scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Tuition & Fees ✔Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense ×Not covered in scholarship
Accommodation ×Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses ×Not covered in scholarship
Spouse/Child Care ×Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover ×Not covered in scholarship
Application ×Not covered in scholarship
Others ×Not covered in scholarship

  • Point scholarships are awarded on a "last provider" basis. Point fills in the gaps and provides funds not provided by other scholarships, grants, loans, work/study programs, etc.
  • It is the responsibility of the Point Scholar to secure as much outside funding as possible
  • Point is not intended to be, and cannot be, the sole source of support because there is no guarantee that the financial support will be the same each year, or will be provided each year
  • Point never meets 100% of demonstrated financial need. The average scholarship award per scholar is $10,000 for up to four years

Student Awards

Number of students to be awarded: Varies

Scholarship Eligibility

Special Restrictions

  • No Special Restriction applicable

Exams Details

Exam name Indicates if exam is required and cutoff (if any)
UG Required (minimum score 3.5 GPA)

Eligibility

  • GPA of 3.5 or higher recommended – All Majors
  • Applicant do not have to be LGBT to apply but you should have a history of leadership in the LGBT community and plan to be a LGBT leader in the future
  • The Point Foundation Scholarship Program is looking for individuals who have proven leadership skills, excellent scholastic achievements and want to make a difference in the world
  • Some scholars will choose a career that is focused on the LGBT community and others will use their skills and influence to support the community, while not working full-time on LGBT issues. Talent and a drive to contribute are key characteristics of a Point Scholar

Eligible student nationality

This scholarship is applicable for students from India +239 more

Application Process for this scholarship

  • Proof of leadership skills, abilities and dedication to the LGBT community.
  • If selected as a Point Scholar students will be required to submit their photo and bio for our website as well as be willing to attend and speak publicly at Point events

Scholarship Application

This scholarship needs a separate external application.

Important Dates

Date Additional Details
Application final end date Not Available
  • No specific deadline mentioned

Please note that these dates could be in local country times and may not be IST (Indian standard time).

Contact email scholarships@umd.edu

Additional Information

  • Applicants don't have to be "out" to apply.
  • It is important to note that some of the major components university will evaluate are your leadership skills, abilities and dedication to the LGBT community. If selected as a Point Scholar you will be required to submit your photo and bio for our website as well as be willing to attend and speak publicly at Point events.
  • All applicants are evaluated on the totality of their situation including, academic accomplishments, financial, emotional and social need, extracurricular activities, personal circumstances and goals for the future. You do not need a 4.0 to apply, but prospects for future academic success are a consideration.

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