Program Overview

SpaceTech Scholars will increase the recruitment, retention, graduation and career placement rates of underrepresented students (i.e., Hispanic, female-identifying, other minority, low-income, first-generation, and/or student veteran) as aspiring professionals in the domains of aerospace science and engineering. This scholarship is dedicated to creating infrastructure for student success through extensive coaching, peer-to-peer academic support, community building, professional mentorship, and networking with diverse professionals within the field. Additionally, we aim to holistically support our students through opportunities and programming to improve physical and mental wellness, financial literacy, professional communication, and various other areas of student need. 

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VUELO and FYE Application

Application Closed

Applications for the 2025-2026 VUELO and First Year Experience have closed. All applicants have been notified of their status.

Mission Statement

The SpaceTech Scholars mission is to address the demonstrated need for Aerospace professionals in Colorado (and the United States at large), as well as the lack of diversity in this industry. Within the College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design (C–ACED). SpaceTech Scholars will increase the recruitment, retention, graduation and career placement rates of underrepresented students (i.e. Hispanic, female-identifying, other minority, low-income, first-generation, and/or student veteran) as aspiring Aerospace industry professionals.

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Get Involved

SpaceTech has community engagement opportunities for K-12 and MSU Denver students.

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Scholarship FAQs

FAQs for non-US Citizens

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Resources

Meet our SpaceTech Team

Roberto De Mata

Roberto De Mata, M.A.

Project Manager

Grant & Program Oversight | Undergraduate Success Coach

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Lisa Bertoson

Lisa Bertoson

STEM Community Coordinator

Undergraduate Community Building and Campus Liason | Undergraduate Success Coach

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Maria Ratliff

Maria Ratliff, M.Ed.

Outreach Coordinator

K-12 Outreach & STEM Collaboration | Undergraduate Success Coach

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Student Staff

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Leah Tankersley

Event Planner

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SpaceTech Scholars

Evie Miley

Outreach Assistant

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Evelyn Montes Gonzalez

Evelyn Montes Gonzalez

SpaceTech Fellow

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