Colorado

Application Deadlines:

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Grants and Scholarships:

For a full list of scholarships that may be available to CO students see here.

Boettcher Foundation Scholarship

• Full tuition scholarship for CO residents
• Includes $2,800 towards room and board
• Other unique learning opportunities available
• Eligiblity:
  • US Citizen or DACA recipient
  • Superior scholastic ability
  • Evidence of leadership and involvement
  • Service to community and school
  • Outstanding character

College Opportunity Fund

• Pays for a portion of in-state tuition; need-based
• Must be CO resident/earning in-state tuition
• Amount varies each year

Colorado Student Grant

• Need-based for CO students
• Amount: $5,000

Colorado Council Community Service Scholarship

• 3.5 GPA or higher
• Have significant community service experience
• Be a CO resident attending a partner institution

Information for Undocumented and DACA Students

Undocumented Students eligible for in-state tuition if:

• Must have attended a public or private high school in Colorado for at least three years immediately preceding graduation
• Must have been admitted to or already attend a public college or university in Colorado within 12 months of graduating or completing a GED
• Must sign affidavit stating that they have applied for lawful presence or will apply as soon as they are able

Qualifying students are eligible for the College Opportunity Fund stipend and may be eligible for institutional or other financial aid.

College Goal CO

Other Resources:

Colorado Dept of Higher Education

College in Colorado

• Provides resources to CO families who are applying to college.

Financial aid resources

Financial aid guide