Acess Scholarship

Scholarship Overview: LGBTQ+ and ally high school seniors who will be the first in their family to earn a bachelor’s degree.
Application Available: September 10, 2025
Deadline Date: October 23, 2025

Scholarship Details:

The Point Foundation Access Scholarship aims to mitigate obstacles for LGBTQ+ and ally students who are, or will, be the first in their family to earn a bachelor’s degree and/or come from low-income backgrounds by providing them with financial support and access to leadership and professional development.

Amount: $1,500

Funding Period: Awarded scholars will receive funding for the next academic term. Funding is provided for a single academic term.

Scholarship Eligibility

• A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
• At least half-time enrollment in a a degree-seeking associate, 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.
• Students who are first-generation and/or from an under-resourced household.
• 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 the Point Foundation Access Scholarship for four terms.
• Current high school students seeking funding for dual enrollment programs.
• 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.

Application Requirements: Minimum GPA

Award Amount: $1,500

Award Details:

Amount: Up to $1,500
Funding Period: Funding is provided for a single academic term.

Website/URL: https://pointfoundation.org/scholarships/access

Scholarship Manager Information:

Contact Email: applications@pointfoundation.org

Filters:

Eligibility: Community Service, Financial Need, LGBTQ+, Minimum GPA/Class Rank
Areas of Study: Open to All
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior, College Student, Workforce
Location Specific: National