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As one of Colorado’s most affordable universities, we offer a variety of financial aid options and merit scholarships. 80% of our students receive some form of financial aid. These scholarships are designed to make your education more affordable and accessible. Check out a few of our scholarship opportunities as well as a breakdown of tuition below:
First-Year Scholarship Award Levels:
| GPA | In-State Per Year |
Out-Of-State Per Year |
|---|---|---|
| 3.35 to 3.749 | East Merit $2,500 | Basin Merit $8,000 |
| 3.75 to 3.999 | Slate Merit $3,500 | Ridgeline Merit $9,000 |
| 4.0 | Taylor Merit $4,500 | Peak Merit $10,000 |
Renewal Requirements
A maximum of eight semesters of eligibility will be awarded to first-year students. To continue receiving a Merit Scholarship, students must:
- Enroll and complete a minimum of 24 credit hours each year.
- Maintain a cumulative 2.75 GPA.
- Meet satisfactory academic requirements.
Note: If a student is awarded a Merit Scholarship and fails to maintain the required cumulative GPA of 2.75, the student will not default to their state’s tuition-discount program.
Transfer Scholarship Award Levels:
| Award | In-State | Out-Of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Advantage Award (3.0-3.49 GPA) | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Scholars Award (3.5-4.0 GPA) | $3,500 | $7,000 |
| Phi Theta Kappa (Two-Year College Honor Society Members) | $4,000 | $7,000 |
Renewal Requirements
A maximum of six semesters of eligibility will be awarded to transfer students. To continue receiving a Merit Scholarship, students must:
- Enroll and complete a minimum of 24 credit hours each year.
- Maintain a cumulative 2.75 GPA.
- Meet satisfactory academic requirements.
Note: If a student is awarded a Merit Scholarship and fails to maintain the required cumulative GPA of 2.75, the student will not default to their state’s tuition-discount program.
