CASFA is for students who are not eligible for Federal Student Aid, undocumented students or students from mixed status families or other situations who prefer not to share their contributors' personal data beyond Colorado higher education institutions. Students who complete a CASFA are applying for State and institutional aid only (NOT Federal Student Aid).
Apply for COF- College Opportunity Fund- (Free Funding for Undergrad Degrees)
Free College Tuition and Program Funding
Denver Scholarship Fund
2026-27 DSF Scholarship Application Opens February 1!
Head to denverscholarship.org/apply to get started.
They will need their DPS ID and birthdate when creating their account.
The DSF Student Portal is at portal.denverscholarship.org
Here are application quick tips in English & Spanish, including what information to gather before getting started on the application.
Click here for a one-page overview of the DSF scholarship.
The application deadline is May 1, 2026.
Teaching Fellowshp
Generation Teach Summer Teaching Fellowship
High-school juniors and seniors, we encourage you to apply to the Generation Teach Summer Teaching Fellowship. The fellowship includes a dynamic summer of learning, teaching, and creating community. Fellows receive a $3,000 taxable cash scholarship and over 275 hours of teaching and leadership experience. Deadlines are the 15th of each month through April 15. Learn more through this flier and apply here today. Email info@genteach.org with any questions or for more information.
Other Scholarship Opportunities
2025-26 College-Specific Scholarship Applications
Colleges and Universities in Colorado
Call to Action Foundation Scholarship Program
This scholarship is to support graduating high school seniors this spring across six states including Colorado.
Application Period: January 1, 2026 – February 20, 2026, at 5:00 pm (MT)
To learn more about the scholarship program and to access the application, please visit:
https://calltoactionphilanthropies.org/focus-areas/scholarships/cta-scholarship/
Eligibility Requirements:
- Be a graduating high school senior.
- Be a resident of Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Nevada, and Utah and meet all in-state residency requirements for college of attendance.
- Have a 3.0+ high school GPA.
- File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Have a goal of earning a bachelor’s degree within four years or an associate’s degree within two years.
Adelante Mujer LaTeena Conference
Adelante Mujer is offering a free conference for Latina high school aged students dedicated to uplifting young women and fostering leadership on 3/7/26 from 8-3. See below for flyers and registration links.
Flyer- https://www.coloradocouncil.org/ccboard/2015700746_f7006f95398cbb356204bc7a9324f085.png
Registration- https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-lateena-conference
2026 CU Boulder Multicultural Leadership & Education Diversity Scholars Applications Now Open
2026 MLSEDS Application.pdf
See below for two outstanding programs that support students of diverse backgrounds within the School of Education at CU Boulder. Multicultural Leadership Scholars (MLS) is open to students interested in exploring leadership both academically and through community engagement. Education Diversity Scholars (EDS) is open to students who are majoring in any School of Education program, including Elementary Education or Leadership and Community Engagement, or who have declared a minor in Education.
Read more about the here: Multicultural Leadership Scholars Program (MLS) with the application available here. If you or your students have any questions, please contact us at MLS-assist@colorado.edu.
The Education Diversity Scholars Program (EDS) provides academic and social support through individualized advising and community, financial support, and career exploration by way of various seminars, panels, and workshops related to education and teaching. EDS is open to students who are pursuing teacher licensure or are majoring in one of our four majors. The Education Diversity Scholars application is available here. If you or your students have any questions, please contact the EDS program coordinator at ana.contreras@colorado.edu.
Students interested in joining MLS or EDS should submit their application by the following deadlines:
February 15 – Priority deadline for scholarship consideration for MLS Applicants Only
March 15 – Final application deadline for MLS & EDS Applicants
Below are links to Scholarship opportunities- Scholarship money is free money. Apply to all that will apply to what field you are interested in pursuing, even if you are planning on attending a technical college.
Federal Grants
Federal Grants
All students are considered for the following federal grants:
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
CARE FORWARD COLORADO
CARE FORWARD COLORADO
Starting in Fall 2022, students who enroll in one of the following healthcare certificate programs will have tuition, fees, and course materials covered
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