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Leadership Scholarships

LGBTRC - Leadership Scholarships

Rewarding Our Student Leaders

The UCR LGBTQIA Student Leadership Scholarships are awarded to undergraduate or graduate students who demonstrate exceptional student leadership in the UCR LGBTQIA community.

A scholarship selection committee comprised of UCR staff, faculty, and students selects at least one $1,000 scholarship recipient annually. Scholarship recipients are selected based on academic achievement, personal merit, and their contributions to the LGBTQIA community.


Application Process

  1. Applications are now closed. The deadline to apply was March 1, 2025.
  2. Complete the online application by the deadline in Winter Quarter. Note: it includes an essay of at least 750 words.
  3. A scholarship selection committee of UCR staff, faculty, and students will choose a scholarship recipient in Winter Quarter.
  4. Funds will be awarded as financial aid in Spring quarter.

Questions may be directed to Nancy Tubbs, director of the LGBT Resources Center, at nancy.tubbs@ucr.edu or (951) 827-2267.

Past Scholarship Winners

We salute our past scholarship awardees. Learn more about these standout leaders and their contributions to our campus community.

You Belong at UCR

All programs, services, and events offered through Student Affairs are open to everyone, consistent with federal and state law and the University of California’s nondiscrimination policies. Whether you’re seeking support, joining a community, or participating in campus life, every effort is made to ensure your experience is inclusive, respectful, and accessible, regardless of background or identity.

To learn more, visit the UC Nondiscrimination Statement or the Nondiscrimination Policy Statement for University of California Publications Regarding Student-Related Matters.