David Knapp Advocacy Scholarship

New Haven Pride Center

Award: $1,000

Deadline: May

To support LGBTQ+ students pursuing post-secondary education. Qualifications: Applicant must be one of the following: a high school senior, college freshman or sophomore, or returning student; or a college junior, senior, or a college student preparing for graduate studies; or either a high school senior, college freshman or sophomore or a college student preparing for graduate studies that is looking for need-based support (one award will be given in each of these groups); must identify as LGBTQ+; must be a resident of Connecticut or be enrolled in an accredited vocational, undergraduate, or graduate program in Connecticut leading to a degree; high school applicants must have earned a minimum cumulative average of C+ or higher in all prior college level courses. How to apply: Applicant must submit a completed application form, a written statement of intent/essay, and an academic transcript. Focus: General studies/Field of study not specified.

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