Colorado Scholarships for High School and College Students

Are you a fervent advocate for criminal law, eager to effect change in the justice system? The 2025 Colorado Criminal Defense Scholarship, presented by Petrash Law, offers you an opportunity to receive $1000 towards your academic pursuits! This scholarship aims to aid students who demonstrate a deep commitment to justice and a desire to positively influence their communities. Applicants are urged to explore recent legislative amendments, notable court verdicts, or advancements in forensic science, and discuss their implications on defense tactics. The student who exhibits exceptional dedication and potential for impact will be selected to receive this scholarship, aiding them...

Last year, donors made it possible for the Foundation to grant 165 scholarships, amounting to more than $570,000. We encourage you to apply. Completing the primary application will take a few hours, but that single application will be considered for many of the scholarships we offer, which simplifies the process. Additional opportunities There are also awards with specific eligibility requirements that are handled outside the primary Community Foundation scholarship application. Review the descriptions below to see if you qualify. Other awards NOT using the Community Foundation Scholarship Application: - Sharon Magnuson-Farr Scholarship — awarded to a graduating senior from Eaton...

We encourage you to apply. Completing the main application will take a few hours, but that single submission will be considered for multiple scholarships, streamlining the process for you. APPLY NOW - Applications for the 2026 Community Foundation Scholarships are due January 29, 2026. - Scholarship criteria and award amounts may change. Winograd Family Scholarships Background - Harold and Florence Winograd created these scholarships to honor and give back to the Greeley schools in appreciation for the support those schools provided their four sons. Who is eligible - One graduating senior each from Greeley Central High School, Greeley West High...

Overview San Miguel Power awards up to $46,500 in college and vocational scholarships each year to students who are dependents of SMPA members. Up to eighteen graduating seniors may receive awards through the program. Who is eligible Dependent children of San Miguel Power Association (SMPA) members who are graduating high school seniors are eligible to apply. Important deadlines - First deadline (Basin Electric and Alltricity scholarships): January 30, 2026 - Second deadline (SMPA collegiate & vocational and Tri‑State scholarships): March 9, 2026 Scholarships offered (amounts and deadlines) - Basin Electric Scholarship — $2,500 (Deadline: January 30, 2026) As part of...

Purpose The Incline Friends Scholarship Awards exist to support college-bound students who have demonstrated an interest in outdoor recreation, environmental stewardship, and/or community efforts focused on conserving natural resources. Up to three scholarships have been created to honor people who have supported these activities within El Paso County. Scholarship awards - Up to three undergraduate scholarships will be granted each year, with each award up to $2,500. - Awards are one-year only and will be paid directly to the educational institution the recipient attends. Who is eligible Applicants must meet all of the following: - Be a high school senior...

About Bootstraps Bootstraps makes scholarships and interest-free loans available to graduating high school seniors from the mountain communities. These awards are supported by local donors — individuals, families, businesses, and civic groups. Eligibility You may apply if all of the following apply: - You will graduate from high school in the current school year (2025–2026). - You are a legal resident of Colorado. - Your primary residence is inside the attendance boundaries for Clear Creek, Conifer, Evergreen, or Platte Canyon High Schools. - Students enrolled in homeschool, online, private, or alternative programs who live within those same attendance boundaries are...

Overview The Dorothy Greer Scholarship is available to Colorado high school seniors who meet the program’s publication and membership requirements. The primary award is a one-time gift of $3,000. A runner-up is often named and receives a single payment of $1,500. The scholarship must be claimed within two years of high school graduation; otherwise the award is forfeited. Who is eligible - Colorado high school seniors planning to continue their education at a junior college, college, or university. - Students must have contributed for at least two years to one or more student media formats such as yearbook, broadcast, video...

Introduction We understand that a serious workplace injury to a parent can upend family life and make pursuing higher education more difficult. The Pinnacol Foundation scholarship program exists to help students continue their studies despite these hardships. Scholarship overview - Awards are available for study at accredited U.S. four-year colleges, two-year colleges, community colleges, vocational schools, and trade programs. - Scholarships average $4,700 per recipient per year. - Funds must be applied only to costs associated with attending school. Who qualifies To be considered for a Pinnacol Foundation scholarship, you must meet all of the following: - Be the natural...

Overview and eligibility summary Below are descriptions of the scholarships available, including who may apply, program and GPA requirements, award amounts, and renewal conditions. Scholarships for traditional students - Caddo Scholarship - Target applicants: Graduating high school seniors from the Western Slope, with preference given to students from Delta County high schools. - Requirement: Must intend to enroll at the Colorado School of Mines. - Award: $5,000. - Maltese Cross Scholarship (general) - Target applicants: Colorado residents who have been accepted into a fire-technology program. - Eligible fields: Fire Science, public administration, or public safety. - Renewal: Renewable for up...

Intro The Westminster Public Schools Foundation manages a variety of scholarship funds intended to motivate students to complete high school and continue their education. For many recipients, these awards open the door to college or other postsecondary study that might otherwise have been out of reach. The Foundation’s scholarships are offered exclusively to graduating students from Westminster High School and Hidden Lake High School (Hidden Lake Secondary School). Awards vary in type — some are merit-based, some are need-based, and several are renewable for multiple years. Eligibility Only current seniors who will graduate from Westminster High School or Hidden Lake...

Introduction The Columbine Memorial Scholarship provides support to motivated students from the Jefferson County School District who have demonstrated a positive influence within their school and/or the wider community. Eligibility - Must be a graduating student from a public high school within the Jefferson County School District. - Cumulative unweighted GPA of 2.5 or higher. - Intend to enroll in classes at an accredited U.S. university, college, community college, or technical school for the upcoming fall semester. How recipients are chosen Applications are evaluated using the following factors: - Essay responses - Recommendation(s) - Involvement in extracurricular activities and evidence...

Introduction The Arapahoe Pass Scholarship supports Boulder County students pursuing higher education at public institutions across Colorado. It is intended for applicants who meet the age and family-education criteria and who plan to attend an accredited public college or university in the state. Who is eligible - Must be a graduate or a current graduating senior of a public high school located in Boulder County, Colorado. - Applicant must be younger than 30 years old at the time the application is submitted. - Neither parent may hold a college or university degree (applicant should be a first-generation college student). Award...