Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) individuals are the target of an increasing number of scholarships that are becoming accessible. LGBTQ+ scholarships are uncommon or unheard of in certain nations, although they are somewhat widespread in others, including the US.
Depending on where you plan to study, this kind of support may or may not be accessible.
Check out our breakdown of the UK’s LGBTQ+ scholarships by country below for an overview of some of the programmes currently offered. Be aware that certain programmes require you to be a resident or enrolled student at the time.
- Positive action for LGBTQ+ MSc Scholarship at University of Edinburgh Business School – The University of Edinburgh Business School provides a £10,000 scholarship to support taught master’s degree programmes for students who demonstrate a strong commitment to improving the lives of LGBT+ people, particularly in the workplace.
- Jeremy Round LGBTQ Scholarship at the University of Hull – For students who identify as LGBTQ+, are not in their first year of study, have a handicap, and make less than £25,000 per year in their household, three scholarships are available. Each £1,000 prize is named in honour of Jeremy Round, a journalist and cuisine writer who was alumnus of the University of Hull. It helps students cover their educational expenses.
Reaching Out MBA (ROMBA) Fellowship at Imperial College Business School – Imperial College Business School is partnered with Reaching Out MBA, a nonprofit organisation whose goals are to connect, inspire, and educate the LGBTQ+ MBA community. You can apply if you have been accepted into the Imperial Full-Time MBA programme.More Information can be found at top universities websites.
Make sure you review the benefits of each programme, application deadlines, and eligibility restrictions before applying for these scholarships. Further advice can also be found by visiting the official websites of the universities you are interested in and by using scholarship search engines.
