BCSGA LGBTQ Scholarship

The BCSGA LGBTQ Scholarship is awarded annually to one student attaining the highest standards of leadership, citizenship, service, and overall accomplishments. Preference given to students who identify as a member of the LGBTQ community and demonstrate financial need. Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA, be current BC students attending full-time (12+ units), and on a pathway to transfer to a four-year college or university. Two references are required along with a 200-500 word essay. Students having received this award previously are ineligible. In addition to the award, the recipient will be the student speaker at the annual BC Lavender Graduation Pre-Commencement Ceremony.

Additional Essay Required: Yes
Eligible for Transfer: Yes
Financial Need Required: Yes
Selected By: BC SGA Scholarship Committee

Award
$500
Scopes
Bakersfield, Financial Need (BC)
Deadline
02/01/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Do you identify as a member of the LGBTQ community?
  2. Describe how being an LGBTQ student has created a pathway to attending college, achieving your goals during college, and your plans after graduation.
  3. Are you willing to speak at the annual BC Lavender Graduation Pre-Commencement Ceremony?