CESDA Scholarship Program

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant must be a Colorado resident who is a first generation student or member of an underrepresented ethnic or racial minority with financial need. Must be enrolled in a two or four year Colorado college with a minimum 2.8 GPA. Essay under 1,000 words required.

How to Apply

Apply directly through Colorado Educational Services & Development Association's official application — an essay is part of the application. Review the eligibility requirements above first, and give yourself time before the February 7, 2027 deadline.

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