Flagship Scholarship

The Point Foundation Flagship Scholarship empowers LGBTQ+ and ally students who are pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or professional degrees at accredited colleges and universities in the United States by offering financial support, community resources, and professional development.

Scholarship Details

Flagship Scholarship recipients receive financial support, access to leadership development programs, and the support of a community of scholars and alumni.

Amount: Financial award based on need, renewable for up to four years of support.

Funding Period: Awarded Scholars will start their scholarship in the fall 2026 term, with a maximum of four years of support.

Hear from Point Flagship Scholarship students.

Application

September 10, 9:00 a.m. PST/12:00 p.m. EST: Point Scholarship application opens online.

November 20, 5:00 p.m. PST/8:00 p.m. EST: Application closes.

Applications Open

Find more tips to apply on our application tips page.

The Flagship Scholarship is for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and ally students earning a bachelor’s, graduate, or professional degree.

The Flagship Scholarship is for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and ally students earning a bachelor’s, graduate, or professional degree.

Scholarship Eligibility

A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3.
Full-time enrollment in a a degree-seeking undergraduate, graduate, or professional program at an accredited, not-for-profit college or university in the United States.
Connection and commitment to the LGBTQ+ and ally community.
If previously awarded a Point Scholarship, applicants must have exited their former program with active status.
Must be at least a senior in high school.

Scholarship Ineligibility

Students enrolled in 100% online degree programs.
Students who have already been awarded four years of the Point Foundation Flagship Scholarship.
Applicants and their immediate family members who have had a formal relationship with Point Foundation as an employee, board member, or volunteer are not eligible to apply.

Beyond Financial Support

Being a Point Scholar means more than receiving financial support for your college tuition and fees. Point Flagship Scholars have access to programs and resources to help them succeed in their academic journeys.

Leadership and Career Development

Point offers a variety of leadership and career development opportunities for scholars throughout the year. These opportunities include virtual workshops and in-person events, such as national conferences. Flagship Scholars attend an in-person summer conference and one virtual program each academic term.

Community Connections

With over one thousand LGBTQ+ and ally alumni and supporters ready to help build your network, scholars can connect with the Point community members with shared areas of study and interests.

The Community

Join hundreds of scholars in schools around the country, creating a network of peer support.

Hear from Our Scholars

"At a time when I needed it most, Point’s support was a good reminder that I matter and that the impact I aspire to have through film really matters."

Jaspreet
Point Alum

Flagship Scholarship FAQ

When will recipients be able to access Flagship financial support? down

Scholars have access to funds at the start of fall term. Point does not support summer study.

Can I send my application early? down

The Flagship Scholarship application is open from September through early December, and Point does not accept Flagship applications outside of this timeframe. While there is no benefit to early submission, Point highly recommends applicants submit their applications as soon as they have their materials ready. All complete applications submitted by the deadline receive equal consideration.

I need help with my application. down

For all other questions and concerns, please email applications@pointfoundation.org.

I applied last year. Do I need to start a new application? down

Prior applicants do not have access to past application materials. You must create a new user profile and application to re-apply this year. Previous applications for Point Scholarships have no impact on the review of current applications.