eQuality Scholarships

Since its inception over 30 years ago, the eQuality Scholarship Collaborative has been dedicated to fostering student leadership, awarding scholarships to outstanding California students who have served the LGBTQ+ community. By 2024, eQuality's total scholarship awards surpassed $2.1 million, continuing its mission to support the next generation of leaders. In 2026, eQuality's cumulative scholarship awards surpassed $2,360,000. Scholarship Details • Awards recognize and encourage northern and central California students who have contributed to the LGBTQ+ community through service. • Scholarships are applicable for post-secondary education at accredited institutions, including colleges, universities, and trade schools. • Scholarships may be specifically designated for college/university or medical/graduate school students. • In 2026, eQuality awarded scholarships to 16 graduating high school seniors and three community college transfer students. We expect to award a similar number of scholarships in 2027. Eligibility Criteria • Residents of northern or central California who completed or expect to complete high school or equivalent between 1 Jul 2021 and 30 Jun 2026. • Residents of northern or central California who completed or expect to complete community college between 1 Jul 2021 and 30 Jun 2026. • Students pursuing a medical degree at an accredited medical/graduate school in northern or central California. • Applicants for all scholarships must have demonstrated service to the LGBT+ community. Applicants of all sexual orientations and gender identities are eligible. Application Process 1. Review the detailed eligibility criteria on the eQuality Scholarship Collaborative's Apply page. 2. Prepare and submit your application through the eQuality website, including information about your educational history and service to the LGBTQ+ community. 3. Submit additional materials as specified in the application instructions, ensuring all requirements are met before the deadline. eQuality encourages all eligible California students who have shown leadership and commitment to the LGBTQ+ community to apply. This scholarship offers valuable support for your educational journey while celebrating your impact in the community.