Colorado Scholarships for High School and College Students

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...

Overview The Construction Workforce Foundation of Colorado (managed by the Colorado Contractors Association, CCA) awards annual scholarships to students who intend to pursue careers in heavy-highway, municipal, and utility construction. Awards typically range from $1,000 to $5,000. Who should apply - Students who will be entering their junior or senior year of college next fall and are enrolled in a construction-related program at a Colorado university or trade school. - Preference is given to applicants pursuing career paths in heavy-highway, municipal, or utility construction. Preferred schools While the Foundation primarily supports students at the Colorado School of Mines, Colorado State...

Overview The SEE THE FUTURE Fund provides scholarships to Colorado residents who are blind or visually impaired. Contributions from ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians, staff members, corporations, educators, foundations and other supporters make this program possible. Awards are granted on the basis of scholastic achievement, involvement in school and community service, and demonstrated financial need. Up to $42,000 in scholarships may be distributed. A likely breakdown is: one $12,000 four‑year award, one $10,000 four‑year award, one $8,000 four‑year award, and three $4,000 two‑year awards, though the Selection Committee will set the final number and amounts. In addition to these primary awards, other...

Overview The General Society of Mayflower Descendants (GSMD) administers a scholarship program for graduating high school seniors who can trace lineage to a Mayflower passenger and who plan to enroll in either a four-year college/university or a two-year community college. In 2024 GSMD introduced an additional Native American Scholarship specifically for graduating seniors who can document descent from a Native American ancestor. Application timeline - The 2025 scholarship application period is closed. - The 2026 application window will be open from January 5 through March 2. Scholarships awarded GSMD will award three high-school-senior scholarships in the amounts of $6,000, $5,000,...