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GSBA Scholarship Fund

GSBA Scholarship Fund

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$13,000

Application Deadline:

13/05/2023
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About This Scholarship

The GSBA Scholarship Fund is a non-profit organization that provides educational scholarships to LGBTQ and allied students who demonstrate leadership potential, academic achievement, and financial need. The organization was founded in 1991 and has since awarded over $4 million in scholarships to more than 650 students in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.

The scholarships provided by the GSBA Scholarship Fund can be used towards tuition, books, and other educational expenses at accredited colleges, universities, and vocational schools. The scholarship amounts vary, but typically range from $3,000 to $13,000.

The selection process for GSBA scholarships is highly competitive, with a rigorous application and review process that includes essays, transcripts, and letters of recommendation. The organization also takes into consideration factors such as community involvement, leadership experience, and diversity.

Overall, the GSBA Scholarship Fund is an important resource for LGBTQ and allied students in the Pacific Northwest region who are seeking financial assistance to pursue their educational goals.

Eligibility Criteria For GSBA Scholarship Fund

The GSBA Scholarship Fund is a scholarship program that provides financial support to LGBTQ and allied students in Washington State who are pursuing higher education. The eligibility criteria for the scholarship are as follows:

  • LGBTQ or allied student: Applicants must identify as LGBTQ or demonstrate a commitment to promoting equality and understanding of the LGBTQ community.
  • Washington State resident: Applicants must be residents of Washington State, and must plan to attend a college, university, or vocational/technical school within the state.
  • Pursuing higher education: Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll as a full-time student in a degree program at an accredited college, university, or vocational/technical school.
  • Academic achievement: Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or equivalent academic achievement.
  • Financial need: Applicants must demonstrate financial need, as determined by the GSBA Scholarship Fund’s evaluation process.
  • Community involvement: Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to leadership, diversity, and community involvement, particularly within the LGBTQ community.

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