Emergency Scholarship
The U of I LGBTQA Office has established a fund intended to help support current University of Idaho LGBTQ students who have lost or are facing the loss of financial support from their parents or family when they make the courageous decision to disclose sexual orientation or gender identity to their families.
These students find themselves in dire need of funds and support in order to reach their educational goals. The Emergency Scholarship helps ensure students need not choose between education at U of I and living life openly and honestly.
Emergency Scholarship applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Applications are being accepted at this time.
How to Apply
Before applying for this scholarship, students should contact Financial Aid to determine what other aid options are available.
After contacting financial aid, students should contact LGBTQA Office staff to discuss their individual situations. Selection is determined by a committee comprised of no fewer than three staff/faculty from across campus.
Required materials
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- A signed U of I LGBTQA Office Emergency Scholarship Application
- A typed financial statement based on questions 1-4 listed in the application (up to one-page in length).
- A typed personal statement based on questions 5 & 6 on the application (up to one-page in length).
Applications can be submitted by mail, email or fax:
Mail:
University of Idaho LGBTQA Office
Office of the Dean of Students
875 Perimeter Drive MS 2431
Moscow, ID 83844-2431
Email: lgbtoffice@uidaho.edu
Fax: 208-885-6285
Questions?
Contact the LGBTQA Office at 208-885-6583 or email lgbtoffice@uidaho.edu.
FAQ
The award varies based on student need and fund balance. The maximum amount a student can receive in an academic year is $1,500. Student eligibility for this emergency aid will be limited to a maximum distribution over two semesters. Second-semester renewal is contingent upon good academic standing.
This scholarship is open to undergraduate LGBTQA students currently attending the University of Idaho.
This scholarship is intended as a last resort for currently enrolled LGBTQA full-time and part-time undergraduate students. Students who have been on hiatus for one semester due to financial hardship may also be considered, but currently enrolled students will receive preference. Scholarships will be awarded to students based principally upon financial need. Career goals, community service, co-curricular activities and involvement in activities promoting diversity and raising awareness of LGBTQA and related issues may also be considered.
Before applying for this scholarship, students should contact Financial Aid to determine what other aid options are available. The LGBTQA Office can help with this.
After contacting financial aid, students should contact LGBTQA Office staff to discuss their individual situations. Selection is determined by a committee comprised of no fewer than two staff/faculty from across campus.
Applicants who are on academic or conduct probation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Emergency Scholarship applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Applications are currently available and being accepted at this time.
If you are interested in making a tax-deductible donation to support this scholarship, email the LGBTQA Office at lgbtoffice@uidaho.edu.