Top 30 Colorado Scholarships in December 2023

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year. Niche is giving one student $50,000 to help pay for tuition, housing, books and other college expenses — no essay required!

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

The ARRL Rocky Mountain Division Scholarship is calling all active Amateur Radio License Class holders and students residing in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, or Wyoming! Applicants must be current undergraduate students or college-bound high school seniors who have been accepted to a fully-accredited university. Don't forget to include a letter of recommendation from a sitting officer of an ARRL-affiliated club who can attest to your regular activity on the Amateur Radio spectrum and within the Amateur Radio community. Don't miss out on this chance to pursue your calling in radio!

The Virginia Leyda Roberts Nursing Scholarship is open to Colorado residents who are accepted to or currently enrolled in nursing school. Applicants must be either high school seniors or current undergraduate students in pursuit of an Associate's or Bachelor's nursing degree. All awards are judged based on academic excellence, commitment to the field of nursing, and financial need. The scholarship will be judged and awarded without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin and disability. DAR membership is not required to apply, but applicants must obtain a letter of sponsorship from a Colorado DAR Chapter. If you're a Colorado resident passionate about pursuing a nursing career, we encourage you to apply!

The SWE Rocky Mountain Scholarships are open to female high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students from Wyoming or Colorado pursuing a degree in engineering or computer science. Three awards of $1,000 each are available to college students currently enrolled in an ABET accredited engineering, computing, or engineering technology program. Additionally, a minimum of one $500 scholarship will be awarded to an incoming college freshman. If you're a female student pursuing a career in engineering or a related field, we encourage you to apply! Keep reading to learn more.

Are you the child of a worker who was left injured or killed in a work-related accident while working for a Colorado-based employer? If so, you may qualify for the Pinnacol Foundation Scholarship. The scholarship is open to the children of workers who were left disabled or killed in a work-related accident while working under a Colorado-based employer. Applicants must also be currently enrolled in or planning to attend a postsecondary institution. Offered by the Pinnacol Foundation, the scholarship works to support students pursue their academic goals. They are dedicated to ensuring that the children of workers who were injured or killed on the job have the opportunity to pursue their desired education. Thus, every year, recipients of the scholarship earn up to $4,700 to cover the costs of attending school. If this sounds like a fitting opportunity for you, look into applying! Keep in mind that the scholarship cycle runs from November 1st to February 15th of each year.

The Rocky Mountain Coal Mining Institute Engineering/Geology Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students at a four-year school who are looking to pursue a career in the mining industry. To be eligible, applicants must be a U.S. citizen and a resident of one of the RMMI member states (Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, or Wyoming). Additionally, they must be pursuing a degree in a mining-related field or in one of the engineering disciplines such as mining, geology, mineral processing, metallurgy, electrical, mechanical, or environmental. The selected students will receive an all-expense paid trip to the RMMI Annual Meeting and Conference in late June, where they will have the chance to meet industry leaders and attend all of the technical sessions. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to jumpstart your career in the mining industry!

The Rocky Mountain Coal Mining Institute Technical Scholarship annually awards $2,000 to students from an RMMI Member State who are pursuing a degree in a mining-related field or in engineering disciplines such as mining, geology, mineral processing, metallurgy, electrical, mechanical, and environmental. The monetary value of the scholarship will be sent directly to the college or university to be used as tuition credit for the winner. The scholarship is valued at up to $5,000 over a three-year period ($2.000 for the initial application, $2,000 for first renewal, and $1,000 for second renewal). If you're a resident of an RMMI Member State and are pursuing a degree in a mining-related field or in an eligible engineering discipline, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

Are you a Colorado public high school senior intending to attend an in-state university? If so, consider applying for the Colorado Masons Benevolent Fund Scholarships! This incredible opportunity is open to graduating seniors from Colorado public high schools who are U.S. citizens and have been accepted at a Colorado postsecondary institution. To apply, simply submit four letters of recommendation and a copy of your Student Aid Report (SAR) from your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). These scholarships are worth up to $7,000 per year, and are renewable for four years, totaling an impressive $28,000! The scholarship committee values leadership, maturity, need, and scholastic ability above all else, without any consideration of race, creed, color, sex, or Masonic relationship. If you're eligible, don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!

Are you a college-bound, high school senior passionate about helping your community? If so, consider applying for the Greenhouse Scholars Program! The program is open to residents of Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, New York, and North Carolina planning to attend a four-year university. It is offered by Greenhouse Scholars, is a non-profit organization that seeks to empower young students by providing "personal, professional, and financial resources they need to create lasting change in their own lives and the lives of others, regardless of circumstances." By funding young students' educations, they hope to cultivate leaders and make a difference in communities across the nation. Recipients of the award receive up to $5,000 to help pay for their educational expenses. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply!

The Boettcher Foundation Scholarship is open to graduating Colorado high school seniors who have lived in Colorado for their full junior and senior years of high school, and who will graduate from a Colorado high school. Selection is based on academic achievement and intellectual curiosity, leadership, service, and character. This $20,000 scholarship is renewable for four years and can be used at select four-year Colorado universities and colleges (see below for list). Bear in mind that the scholarship is offered in two models, each of which are used by separate universities: the Cost of Attendance model and the Tuition & Fees model. We recommend checking out the Boetther Foundation's website to learn more about each model and other eligibility requirements.

The Forward Steps Scholarship is dedicated to empowering foster youth to achieve their academic goals and pursue their passions. This scholarship is exclusively available to applicants with a background in the foster care system. If you're a Colorado resident and plan to attend or are currently enrolled in one of Forward Steps' partnering colleges, universities, or trade schools in the Denver metro, Longmont, Fort Collins, or Greeley areas, we encourage you to apply. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take a step forward towards your future!

The Daniels Scholarship Program is open to college-bound high school seniors from Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming who have earned a minimum SAT Math score of 490 and a minimum Evidence-Based Reading & Writing score of 490 or a minimum ACT score of 18 in each category. Additionally, to be eligible, applicants' parent(s) or legal guardian(s) must have an Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) of $85,000 or less on their most recent tax return on which the applicant is claimed as a dependent. If you're a college-bound student from Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, or Wyoming, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

The ExxonMobil Engineering Scholarship Program is intended to assist and encourage outstanding Hispanic college freshmen who plan to pursue a degree in engineering at U. S. post-secondary institutions. Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent, and plan to enroll in an accredited college or university. Applicants must reside within the following cities and surrounding areas and meet the following criteria to be considered for a scholarship: Albuquerque, New Mexico; Austin, Texas; Bayamon, Puerto Rico; Colorado Springs, Colorado; Corpus Christi, Texas; Dallas, Texas; El Paso, Texas; Houston, Texas; Kansas City, Missouri; Miami, Florida; Oxnard, California; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; San Antonio, Texas; San Diego, California; and Vancouver, Washington. If you're a Hispanic college freshman passionate about engineering, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

The Colorado Women's Education Foundation Scholarship is an incredible opportunity for women who are at least 25 years old and have been Colorado residents for at least a year. Applicants must also be enrolled in or already attending an accredited educational institution of higher learning or vocational training (those pursuing a certification, or associate's, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree are eligible). Don't miss out on this chance to invest in your future! Keep on reading to learn more.

Have you attended a DPS (Denver Public School) during high school and plan on attending a DSF (Denver Scholarship Foundation) College Partner in Colorado? If so, consider applying for the Denver Scholarship Foundation Scholarship! Each year, the foundation awards renewable scholarships worth up to $3,600 per year to multiple applicants who will be enrolling full-time in eligible DSF postsecondary institutions. In order to apply, you must submit an online application and complete a few other “next steps.” The scholarship is funded by the Denver Scholarship Foundation, an organization dedicated to helping low-income DPS students attain a post-secondary education at a lower cost. If you’ve attended a DPS high school and plan on attending a DSF College Partner for your post-secondary education, we encourage you to apply for the DSF Scholarship!

Are you a high school student residing in the American west or U.S. territories whose Governors participate in the bipartisan Western Governors’ Association (WGA)? More importantly, do you love where you live and have a passion for art? If so, you might consider applying for the Celebrate the West Contest! Each year, the scholarship awards between $200 and $1,500 to 23 lucky students who create a piece of artwork that most thoughtfully reflects an insight about the West or the applicant’s relation to the West. In order to apply, you simply need to email a digital copy of your artwork and your entry form to [email protected]. If you’re passionate about art and have some insights about where you live, we encourage you to apply!

Are you a Colorado resident enrolled in at least 9 college credit hours? If so, you might consider applying for the Partner Colorado Foundation High School scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards at least $1,000 to multiple 17-40-year-old college students who exhibit financial need. To apply, you must write an essay in which you (1) describe a unique talent or skill you have and (2) detail how a difficult time in your life has impacted you. If you’re a Colorado college student who wants to put your writing skills to the test and receive some financial help, we encourage you to apply!