Campus Programs & Departmental Scholarships

CU Boulder offers a variety of programs to enrich your academic career. Many provide scholarships for participation in, or affiliation with, their program. The program names below will bring you to websites for eligibility criteria, application instructions and deadlines, and contact info.

  • Academic Excellence Program
    A federal TRiO program to support retention and graduation of low-income, first generation and/or students with disabilities.
  • CU Alumni Association
    The Alumni Association, in partnership with Forever Buffs chapters and clubs across the country, offers scholarships to first year and continuing CU students.ÌýApply through the CU Boulder Scholarship Application.
  • New Student & Family Programs
    New Student & Family Programs offers scholarships to continuing or transfer CU Boulder students.
  • CU LEAD Alliance and Scholarship Program
    The CU LeadÌýAlliance is a unique set of academic learning communities of students, faculty and staff who focus on inclusivity and student success. TheseÌý“academic neighborhoods" support students in theirÌýfirst year and beyond.
  • Disability Services
    Provide students with disabilities the tools, reasonable accommodations, and support services to participate fully in the academic environment.
  • Education Abroad Programs
    Resources to assist with financing a study abroad program.
  • First Generation Scholarship
    Scholarships are offeredÌýto undergraduate Colorado residents who have financial need. Students are considered first generation if both parent(s) do not have a four-year college degreeÌýor if they were raised by a single parent who did not earn a four-year college degree.ÌýWe understand this definition may not fully encompass all circumstances and students are welcome to explain their situation in their scholarship application.
  • LGBTQ Resource Center
    Provide resources that support all CU Boulder students in their intersectional identity development.

  • A program to enable foster youth to earn their undergraduate degree at CU Boulder. Apply through the CU Boulder Scholarship Application.

  • Provide special education opportunities for academically prepared, highly motivated undergraduate students.
  • McNeill Academic Program
    A program to support PCDP and other students' academic, personal, and professional development at CU Boulder.
  • Norlin Scholars Program
    An interdisciplinary academic neighborhood for intellectually curious, active learners who embrace creativity, and apply their learning toward the betterment of society. Apply through the CU Boulder Scholarship Application.
  • Presidents Leadership Class
    A four year leadership development program that offers leadership courses and networking opportunities to develop the next generation of leaders in Colorado and around the world. Apply through the CU Boulder Scholarship Application.

  • A special enhancement opportunity program to develop civically engaged citizens within our society. Puksta Scholars serves as a catalyst for bringing about positive change in the campus culture and in local communities. Apply through the CU Boulder Scholarship Application.
  • Reserve Officer Training Corps
    College programs to prepare students to become leaders in the military.
  • Top Scholarship Office
    To help high-achieving students already enrolled at CU prepare thoughtful applications to some of the most prestigious, nationally competitive scholarships offered.

  • Resources for veterans and military members living, working and receiving their education and CU Boulder