Scholarships by gender and sexuality - Feb '25
Updated Feb 08, 2025Apply below to the best Scholarships by gender and sexuality for February 2025.
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Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship
Cybersecurity • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship offers $10,000 for women pursuing cybersecurity degrees. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Young Women in Public Affairs
Milwaukee County • Waukesha County • Washington County • Ozaukee County • Racine County • Kenosha County • Wisconsin • Public Policy & Administration • Public Relations • Political Science/Government • For Women • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • High school
Scholarship for young women (16-19) in southeastern WI, promoting volunteerism and Zonta International knowledge. Up to $5,000 award.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
The SAWF Scholarship
Alabama • Arkansas • Florida • Georgia • Kentucky • Louisiana • Mississippi • North Carolina • South Carolina • Tennessee • Virginia • Texas • West Virginia • Automotive • Aviation/Aeronautical • Aerospace • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The SAWF Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for women in STEM or automotive fields with a 2.5 GPA in select Southern states.
Deadline:
March 25, 2025
VIP Women in Technology Scholarship
Information Sciences • Computer Science • Technology • Computer Engineering • IT/Information Technology • For Women • Community Service • Athletic • Freshmen
The VIP Women in Technology Scholarship awards up to $2,500 to women pursuing tech careers with a 3.0 GPA and community involvement.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Betsy Y. Justus Founders Scholarship
North Carolina • Technology • Engineering • Food Sciences & Technology • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • For Women • Freshmen
The Betsy Y. Justus Founders Scholarship offers $4,000 and a laptop for NC female freshmen in Technology or Engineering with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
The Aritzia Scholarship
Mental Health • Social Sciences • Social Work • Fashion • Operations Management • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Bisexual students • For Transgender students • For Queer students • For LGBTQIA+ students • For Asexual students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Aritzia Scholarship offers $5,000 to LGBTQ+ individuals pursuing careers in fashion, mental health, or social justice. Apply now!
Deadline:
April 14, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Foundation Girls in Football Scholarship
For Women • Athletic • Freshmen
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers Foundation offers a $5,000 scholarship for female high school seniors in football with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
April 19, 2025
William J. Cook Scholarship
Cook County • Illinois • For Men • Athletic • Freshmen
The William J. Cook Scholarship awards $7,000 to male high school seniors in Cook County, IL, based on academics and leadership.
Deadline:
May 2, 2025
NCTA AWMF Scholarship
Digital Communications/Media • Design/Visual Communications • Communications • For Women • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
The NCTA AWMF Scholarship offers $10,000 to female communications/media students for original media projects.
Deadline:
May 24, 2025
Out to Innovate Scholarship for LGBTQ+ Students in STEM
Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students
The Out to Innovate Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for LGBTQ+ STEM students with a minimum GPA of 2.75 and essay submission.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Elizabeth Furber Fellowship – Women studying Creative Fine Arts
Arts • Studio Arts • Photography • Art History • Music • Writing • Architecture • Design/Visual Communications • Fashion • Graphic Design • Game Design • Interior Design • Theatre/Performing Arts • Literature • For Native American / American Indian students • For Women • Graduate Students
The Elizabeth Furber Fellowship offers $5,000 to American Indian and Alaska Native women in Creative Fine Arts graduate programs.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Traub-Dicker Rainbow Scholarship
For Lesbian students • For Non-binary students • For Women • High school • Juniors • Freshmen • Seniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students
The Traub-Dicker Rainbow Scholarship supports lesbian women in higher education with awards up to $3,000 for tuition.
Deadline:
June 2, 2025
AWLF Scholarship
Law • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The AWLF Scholarship provides $2,500 to women in Wisconsin law schools based on service, academics, and unique life experiences.
Deadline:
June 15, 2025
VNutrition & Wellness’ Annual LGBTQ+ Vitality Scholarship
For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
VNutrition & Wellness offers a $500 scholarship for LGBTQ+ students to empower future leaders through a 400-600 word essay.
Deadline:
July 2, 2025
Lew Williams and Joan Odud Scholarship
Monmouth County • Middlesex County • New Jersey • For Women • Age • Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The AAUW-Lew Williams & Joan Odud Scholarship awards $2,000 to women 25+ in Monmouth or Middlesex Counties pursuing higher education.
Deadline:
July 31, 2025
Cecelia Connelly Scholarship in Underwater Archaeology
Marine Biology/Sciences • Geological & Earth Sciences • History • Conservation • Environmental Science • Natural Resources Management • For Women • Graduate Students
The Cecelia Connelly Scholarship offers $2,500 to women pursuing graduate studies in underwater archaeology.
Deadline:
October 31, 2025
OHM Advisors Diversity Scholarship
Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Meteorology • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The OHM Advisors Diversity Scholarship offers $1,000 for women and minority students in STEM. Apply if you're a qualifying student!
Deadline:
November 30, 2025
Dave Caldwell Scholarship
Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Natural Resources Management • For Black and/or African American students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Women • Graduate Students
The $5,000 Dave Caldwell Scholarship supports female and minority graduate students in drinking water engineering. Essay and recommendation required.
Deadline:
December 19, 2025
Scott Forbes Scholarship
Dallas • Fort Worth • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • For Women • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Scott Forbes Scholarship supports students in Texas studying transportation fields with a $2,500 award for eligible candidates.
Deadline:
December 27, 2025
Gorrondona & Associates, Inc./WTS High School Scholarship
Dallas • Fort Worth • Transportation/Logistics • Civil Engineering • Construction Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • For Women • Freshmen
The Gorrondona & Associates Scholarship supports Dallas-Fort Worth area students with a $2,500 award for eligible candidates.
Deadline:
December 27, 2025
Wanda J. Schafer Graduate Scholarship
Texas • Transportation/Logistics • For Women • Graduate Students
The Wanda J. Schafer Graduate Scholarship offers $2,500 to women in Texas pursuing graduate studies in transportation with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
December 27, 2025
Sharon D. Banks Undergraduate Scholarship
Texas • Transportation/Logistics • For Women • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
The WTS Undergraduate Scholarship supports women in Texas studying transportation fields with a $2,500 award for eligible candidates.
Deadline:
December 27, 2025
WTS/HDR Future Forward Scholarship
Dallas • Fort Worth • Civil Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Finance • Transportation/Logistics • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The WTS/HDR Future Forward Scholarship supports students studying transportation fields with a $2,500 award for eligible candidates.
Deadline:
December 27, 2025
Fund for Education Abroad Rainbow Scholarship
For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Rainbow Scholarship supports LGBTQI U.S. students studying abroad with awards up to $5,000. Apply now!
Deadline Passed
Le Blanc Baker Scholarship for Change
Washington • District Of Columbia • For Black and/or African American students • For Men • Freshmen
The Le Blanc Baker Scholarship offers up to $4,000 for Black male students in DC attending HBCUs, with a GPA of 2.0-3.0.
Deadline:
June 6, 2025
FAQ
Common mistakes to avoid include not following application instructions, missing deadlines, submitting generic essays, and failing to proofread your application materials. Make sure to tailor your application to each scholarship.
In your personal statement for scholarships by gender and sexuality, include your personal experiences, challenges you've faced, your commitment to advocacy or community service, and how the scholarship will help you achieve your educational goals.
Yes, many scholarships by gender and sexuality are open to international students. However, eligibility can vary, so it's important to check the specific requirements of each scholarship.
Common documents required for scholarships by gender and sexuality may include proof of identity, academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
To increase your chances of winning a scholarship by gender and sexuality, ensure that you meet all eligibility requirements, submit a well-crafted application, and highlight your unique experiences and contributions to the community.
Yes, you can apply for multiple scholarships by gender and sexuality. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid.
Eligibility criteria for scholarships by gender and sexuality can vary widely. Generally, applicants may need to demonstrate their gender identity or sexual orientation, along with meeting other academic or personal requirements set by the scholarship provider.
Yes, scholarships by gender and sexuality are legitimate. Many organizations and institutions offer these scholarships to support diversity and inclusion in education.
You can find scholarships by gender and sexuality on various scholarship search platforms, including Mos. These platforms allow you to filter scholarships based on your specific criteria.
Scholarships by gender and sexuality are financial awards designed to support individuals based on their gender identity or sexual orientation. These scholarships aim to promote diversity and inclusion in education by providing opportunities for underrepresented groups.
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