PFLAG Long Beach Chapter

For LGBTQIA+ students

California

Graduate Students

Freshmen

Overview

The PFLAG Long Beach Chapter provides up to $2,500 to residents (or children of residents) of the greater Long Beach Area who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex, or queer/questioning, and to straight allies who plan to attend/ are attending a DOE approved non-profit community/junior college or 4-year college. Graduate-level students are also eligible applicants. To qualify, you need a minimum GPA of 2.5 (unless extenuating circumstances), with documentation to support GPA required. To apply, you should write an essay and submit a letter of recommendation. If that sounds like a fit for you, apply!

Status

Coming soon

Deadline

🗓 May 6, 2025

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

www.lbpflag.org

What you'll need

Recommendation Letter

Provide a letter that highlights your strengths and potential.

Essay

Capture your unique story and ambitions, while addressing the required topic.

Short Responses

Answer brief, open-ended questions to provide more insight into your background and goals.

FAQ

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

Each scholarship has a set of requirements: specific factors that determine whether or not you're eligible to apply. You can visit the scholarship site to find this information, or fill out the Mos quiz to be automatically matched with scholarships you qualify for! FYI: the more information you share with Mos, the better scholarship matches Mos will make!

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to?

To prioritize your scholarship applications, think about which scholarships you have the best chance of getting (the most specific ones, with more than one winner), the ones due the soonest, and the ones that are awarding the most money.

Tip: We recommend you make a schedule for yourself to follow to stay organized and on track throughout the scholarship application season! You can always ask a Mos advisor for help.

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

If you haven't heard back within a few weeks, reach out to the scholarship organization! Some scholarship organizations email all the applicants to let them know if they were selected or not, while others only contact the winners—it usually depends on the number of applicants. It never hurts to follow up.

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship?

To increase your chances of getting a scholarship, apply early, follow all application instructions, and write a great scholarship essay (if applicable)! For more help, ask a Mos advisor!