2025 Denver Scholarships

Denver residents deal with the same financial burden of college education as the rest of the United States. The median household income for Denver residents is $60,098.00, and 28.7% of households earn at least $100,000 annually. We compiled this scholarship database to help residents of Denver, CO more easily afford a college education. The scholarship search tool lets you easily browse all types of scholarships by location, type and school.

46.5% of Denver residents have a college degree or higher, while 17.6% have a high school degree but no more and 13.3% have less than a high school education. Furthermore, 22.6% have at least some college education, 28.4% have a bachelor’s degree but no higher, and 18.1% have a graduate degree. It’s clear that a significant percentage of Denver residents aspire to higher education outcomes, but it’s likely that finances get in the way.

Currently, 10.0% of people living in Denver, CO are between the ages of 10 to 19, and another 17.7% are in their twenties. This age demographic is poised to take advantage of the below scholarships in Denver.

How much total award money and scholarships are available for Denver, CO residents?

There are 421 scholarships totaling $712,062.00 available to Denver residents.

Are these scholarships available for Denver high school students?

Yes, all high school students in Denver can apply to these scholarships.

Are these scholarships available for current college students in Denver?

Yes, all current college students and undergraduates in Denver can apply to these scholarships. Other types of applicants include nursing students, teachers, working moms, etc.

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First Generation Award
Sponsor:
Colorado State University
Applicant must be a Colorado resident who is a first-generation college student. Financial need required.
Deadline:
March 2
$4,000.00
Boettcher Foundation Scholarship
Sponsor:
Boettcher Foundation
Applicant must have resided in Colorado during their junior and senior year of high school and be attending an institution in Colorado. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, rank in the top 5% of class, and have a minimum combined SAT score of 1200 (Critical Reading and Math only) or a...
Deadline:
November 1
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CERT Scholars Fund
Sponsor:
Council of Energy Resource Tribes (CERT) Education Fund, Inc.
Applicant must be a member of an American Indian tribe and must have successfully completed a high school summer transition program offered by CERT or a tribal internship program. Applicant must be a full-time undergraduate (12 hours/semester) or graduate (9 hours/semester) student enrolled at an accredited two or four year tribal,...
Deadline:
September 15 (fall), February 15 (spring)
$1,000.00
Presidential Scholarship
Sponsor:
University of Northern Colorado
Applicant must be a resident of Colorado with a minimum admission index between 129 and 136.
Deadline:
June 15
$2,000.00
Falcon Foundation Scholarship
Sponsor:
Falcon Foundation
Applicant must have potential for U.S. Air Force Acad education and desire for Air Force career but need further academic preparation before cadet appointment. Applicant must be at least age 17 but not past 22nd birthday on July 1 of year admitted, be a U.S. citizen, have good moral character, never...
Deadline:
April 30
$4,000.00
FEEA Scholarship
Sponsor:
Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund
Applicant must have been a civilian federal employee for at least three years or be the legal dependent of one. Selection is based upon merit.
Deadline:
March 21
$5,000.00
Richard L. Davis UNC Scholarship
Sponsor:
American College of Medical Practice Executives (ACMPE)
Applicant must enroll in the Graduate Sch of Public Health. A letter stating career goals and objectives, resume showing employment history with a brief narrative describing specific employment responsibility in the health care field, and three letters of recommendation are required to be submitted. Reference letters should address performance, character, potential...
Deadline:
February 15
$1,500.00
RMCMI Scholarship
Sponsor:
Rocky Mountain Coal Mining Institute (RMCMI)
Applicant must be enrolled as a full-time student and be a resident of one of the RMCMI member states: Arizona, Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Texas, Utah, or Wyoming.
Deadline:
February 1
$2,750.00
Creative and Performing Arts Scholarship
Sponsor:
Colorado State University
Applicant must have outstanding talent in art, creative writing, dance, music, or theatre. Audition may be required. Contact the awarding department for application information.
Deadline:
January
$2,000.00
Bookcliff Scholarship
Sponsor:
Colorado Mesa University
Applicant must demonstrate strong academic and/or leadership background. Selection is based upon GPA, class rank, and standardized test scores. A minimum index of 100 is recommended.
Deadline:
February 15
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Monument Scholarship
Sponsor:
Colorado Mesa University
Applicant must be a Colorado resident, and have an outstanding academic background. Selection is based upon GPA, class rank, and standardized test scores. A minimum index of 120 is recommended.
Deadline:
February 15
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Grand Mesa Scholarship
Sponsor:
Colorado Mesa University
Applicant must be a Colorado resident and have an outstanding academic background. Selection is based upon GPA, class rank, and standardized test scores. A minimum index of 125 is recommended.
Deadline:
February 15
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Ambassador Scholarship
Sponsor:
Colorado Mesa University
Applicant must demonstrate leadership skills.
Deadline:
February 21
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