Grants offer a unique opportunity to offset the cost of your education. They are available to undergraduate students based on financial need and do not need to be repaid. And, unlike loans, grants DO NOT need to be repaid.
Grants come in all shapes and sizes and are awarded according to criteria such as your area of study, academic achievement, and state of residence. Each grant has its own set of qualifications and eligibility requirements.
To be considered for all grants, please complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and University Scholarship application no later than March 1st for the following academic year.
Below is a summary of the grants available with typical annual award amounts and eligibility requirements.
Federal Pell Grant - $555 - $5,550
Colorado Student Grant - $850 - $2,500
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) -- Up to $4,000
Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG) - $750 - $1,300
National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent (SMART) Grant - Up to $4,000
Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant - Up to $4,000
Colorado Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (CLEAP) - Variable
Supplemental Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (SLEAP) - $1,000
Colorado Graduate Grant - $2,000