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We provide scholarship support services which connect students to resources, foster community, and develop leadership for equitable college success, retention, and graduation outcomes. Students who receive one of the scholarships listed below are assigned a scholarship support advisor who supports them in achieving their goals. For the students that are not part of any program, we encourage you to complete your FAFSA/CASFA, complete the MSU Denver General Scholarship Application, and review our scholarship programs below to see if you might be eligible. Read below regarding our scholarship programs.
There are a variety of Scholarship Opportunities available, each with their own eligibility criteria. To maximize your financial aid opportunities or be eligible for scholarships please complete FAFSA/CASFA by March 1st. Apply via the MSU Denver General Scholarship Application, unless otherwise indicated.
Explore the drop-downs below to view available scholarships and their respective eligibility criteria.
The Boundless Opportunity Scholarship (BOS) is designed to benefit motivated non-traditional students who recognize the power of education to create a better life for themselves and their families. The program helps hardworking students invest in themselves through continued education.
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Apply at the MSU Denver General Scholarship Application.
TheDream.US scholarships are for highly motivated undocumented students who want nothing more than to get a college education but are unable to afford the cost.
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Applicants must be:
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Apply at thedream.us and look out for MSU Denver support workshops.
Pathways to Possible is a college support and retention program dedicated to supporting high school students to and through their journey at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Pathways to Possible provides financial support, individualized success coaching, career development and planning, and community building opportunities.
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Applicants must be:
Additional Student Eligibility:
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Note: This program is not accepting applications at this time.
The Puksta Foundation promotes civic engagement among students at MSU Denver by offering scholarships to students ready to get involved in causes on and beyond our campus. If you’ve got a desire to make a difference in your community, you may qualify for a Puksta scholarship. Scholars will attend monthly meeting, have mentor relationships, and complete civic engagement activities. _____________________________________________________________________
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Apply at the MSU Denver General Scholarship Application
The Reisher Scholars Program is one of Colorado’s premier scholarship programs. While many scholarships help students start college, the Reisher Scholars Program supports students midway through college with the financial means to complete their undergraduate degree. Awards up to $15,000 per year at one of seven partner universities, plus matching funds from MSU Denver to meet your total cost of attendance. The scholarship provides for the full cost of attendance to be met – often called a full-ride scholarship.
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Apply at the MSU Denver General Scholarship Application.
The Cohen Pacesetter Endowed Scholarship Program supports students in pursuit of their academic and career goals. Scholars admitted to the program will receive a scholarship and wraparound academic, career, and wellness supports. Scholars will be empowered to develop leadership skills, participate in volunteer opportunities, and build their support community through donor connection and peer support.
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Applicants must:
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Apply at the MSU Denver General Scholarship Application.
The Western Union Immigrant Scholarship provides scholarship and programing funds in support of Asylees, Refugees, and Permanent Residents pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Focusing specifically on new Americans, this unique scholarship and student support program allows first-generation immigrants to pursue a college degree and career, building a bright future for themselves and their families.
For more information: https://www.msudenver.edu/immigrant-services/wu/
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Applicants must:
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Apply at the MSU Denver General Scholarship Application
Scholars either apply to these scholarships through the MSU Denver General Scholarship Application (automatch) or through external scholarship applications.
Scholars must meet the following requirements each fall and spring semester to remain in good standing with their scholarship program and the Scholarship Support & Retention Program:
Questions about how to access Career Link? Learn more by watching this Career Link Student Guide video, or click the help link below.
Join our Scholar Bulletin board on Teams for updates, connecting with fellow scholars, and more.
Please use the link below to connect with one of our scholarship advisors for support. Your scholarship advisor will be able to meet with you in person, via email, phone, or Microsoft Teams.
Connect with UsC2Hub Scholarship Support fosters a community of scholars through leadership activities, scholar events, and professional development. All scholars will be invited to Scholarship Support & Retention-wide events ranging from Coffee Chats, to hikes, to information sessions on different campus programs, events, and initiatives.
Explore the drop-down options below to learn more about experiences in community-building and service through different scholarships.
DSF Leadership is an opportunity for leadership, social, and emotional support for DSF Scholars at MSU Denver. Participants utilize campus resources, participate in DSF Leadership Program Workshops & events, and receive peer mentoring.
Program Elements include:
Interested in learning more or joining the Leadership Program email us at [email protected].
The Puksta Foundation promotes civic engagement among students at MSU Denver by offering scholarships to students ready to get involved in causes on and beyond our campus. If you’ve got a desire to make a difference in your community, you may qualify for a Puksta scholarship. The Foundation encourages scholars to be engaged in the community and to commit time and energy to the betterment of Colorado and beyond through a project of their choosing based on their interests. We provide scholarships, mentorship, and experiential community engagement training for undergraduate students.
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