Colorado Scholarships for High School and College Students

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...

Overview The Denver Foundation Community Scholarship was created to help first-generation college students from low-income backgrounds in pursuit of post-secondary education. Rooted in a commitment to racial equity, The Denver Foundation views education as a key pathway to changing students’ life trajectories and established this fund to support that goal. Who is eligible To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must: - Be the first in their immediate family to attend college (first-generation college student) - Be planning to enroll in, or already enrolled at, a Colorado-accredited public post-secondary institution - Demonstrate financial need by submitting the FAFSA, CAFSA, or by...

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...

For the 2026 school year, Mountain View Electric Association (MVEA) will distribute $28,000 in scholarship awards across 24 opportunities for both traditional and nontraditional students. Whether you plan to enroll in a four‑year college, attend a technical or vocational program, or pursue training to become a lineworker or power engineer, MVEA has scholarship options to support your goals. Eligibility - The applicant’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) must currently receive electric service from MVEA. - Applicants must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. (Exceptions may apply for the Vocational/Technical Scholarship.) - Applicants must have an ACT score of 22...

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...

Introduction This scholarship honors the legacy of Henry Braly and supports graduating high school seniors connected to Branson School or Las Animas School in Colorado who participate in athletics. Eligibility - School affiliation: Applicants must be graduating seniors who attend Branson School or Las Animas School in Colorado. Alternatively, seniors from the surrounding community who compete in sports for either Branson School or Las Animas School are also eligible. - Athletic involvement: Candidates are required to participate in school athletics. - Academic limit: Applicants must have an unweighted GPA of 3.8 or lower to qualify. Purpose The award was established...

Introduction This scholarship supports student-athletes in football and honors the legacy of Henry Braly. It is intended for a Longmont High School senior who plans to enroll in postsecondary education in the fall. Focus Area - Athletics (football) Eligibility - Must be a football player. - Must be a graduating senior from Longmont High School. Academic Limit - Maximum GPA allowed: 3.8. Award Details - One-time scholarship of $4,900, presented in memory of Henry Braly. About the Scholarship - Established to commemorate Henry Braly, founder of The Braly Family Foundation. Henry played as a lineman for Longmont High School in...

Introduction LPEA is offering two renewable scholarships to support students pursuing careers with rural electric cooperatives. Each award provides $7,000 per year for up to four years to cover tuition, fees, and books. These scholarships are intended for graduating high school students who plan to enroll full-time at a U.S. accredited college or university. Recipients must remain enrolled full-time and meet the academic requirements listed below to keep the funding. Who is eligible - Must be a member of LPEA. - Must have graduated from a high school (including homeschool programs) or earned a GED within LPEA’s service area (including...

Introduction The Grossman Scholarship Program supports students who have shown a proven dedication to protecting and caring for natural resources, helping make post-secondary education attainable for those pursuing careers in environmental stewardship. Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC) values diversity and inclusion and strongly encourages applicants from all backgrounds, ethnicities, and life experiences to apply, with the goal of building a more inclusive outdoor stewardship community. Key dates - Applications are open for the 2026–2027 academic year. - Submission deadline: March 1, 2026 by 11:59 PM MST. Who may apply Grossman Scholarships are available to Colorado residents planning to enroll in...