Scholarships
The coveted “scholarship” seems elusive and untenable, yet there is a considerable amount of scholarship money to be awarded if you look hard enough. Scholarships are awarded based on different factors including, but not limited to: merit, financial need, and/or talent. They can be found through various foundations, institutions, government entities, private individuals, and community organizations. Most are applied towards tuition, but some are awarded for enrichment or study abroad. The first step is to look in the “right” places.
CSU Scholarships
In most cases, CSU students need to complete the CSU Scholarship Application (CSUSA). The application is available on your RamWeb Dashboard beginning in October with a strict deadline of March 1st for submission. This is an annual process. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for financial gifts.
In addition to CSUSA, your specific departments and programs may have some additional scholarship awards available. Check your college and department website for information about individual scholarship opportunities. For example, all Track 1 Honors students receive up to a $4000 scholarship, which is awarded equally over eight semesters of continuous participation in the program.
Check out the links to the left for more information about various scholarship opportunities.
Honors Specific Scholarships
For most of these scholarships, a faculty recommendation will be required. Keep this in mind as you look through these opportunities. If you have any questions reach out to honors_scholarships@colostate.edu.
Willard Eddy Scholar Award
Eligibility
- Students enrolled in the Honors Program and in good standing.
- Student must be registered for a minimum of 12 credits.
- Junior level students entering their senior year are given preference.
- Special consideration for students majoring in Philosophy.
Criteria
- Outstanding record of academic achievement.
- Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and breadth of academic pursuit.
- Co-curricular contributions to the Honors Program.
- For consideration, a professor who has been directly involved in your education must fill out and submit an online recommendation.
Award
- Award is variable, up to $1500 for the academic year.
- Recipient(s) receive an artistic plaque.
- Name(s) are engraved on the Willard O. Eddy Legacy plaque in the Eddy Library.
Up to two students may earn the Willard O. Eddy Legacy award.
Apply
- Faculty recommendation necessary, plan accordingly.
- Spring deadline: March 1st
- As with most scholarships, you will apply through the CSU Scholarship Application site.
Keller and Lawrence Honors Scholarship
Eligibility
- Current Junior entering their senior year.
- Current Honors student in good-standing.
- Student must be registered for a minimum of 12 credits during year scholarship is awarded.
- Minimum GPA of 3.7 at time of selection for the award.
Criteria
- Superb record of academic achievement.
- Minimum GPA of 3.7
- For consideration, a professor who has been directly involved in your education must fill out and submit an online recommendation.
Award
- Award is variable, up to $3000 for the academic year.
One scholarshiop is awarded.
Apply
- Faculty recommendation necessary, plan accordingly.
- Spring deadline: March 1st
- As wtih most scholarships, you will apply through the CSU Scholarship Application site.
Gladys S. Eddy Scholarship
Eligibility
- Current undergraduate with a minimum of 60 credits completed (Sophomore or Junior)
- Minimum GPA of 3.5
- Student must be registered for a minimum of 12 credits during year scholarship is awarded.
*This award is not restricted to students in the Honors Program.
Criteria
- Minimum GPA of 3.7
- Demonstration of leadership, citizenship, and service to the community and the University.
- For consideration, a professor who has been directly involved in your education must fill out and submit an online recommendation.
Award
- Award is at least $3000.
One scholarshiop is awarded.
Apply
- Faculty recommendation necessary, plan accordingly.
- Spring deadline: March 1st
- As wtih most scholarships, you will apply through the CSU Scholarship Application site.
Jack and June Richardson Scholarship
Eligibility
- Current Senior enrolled in the Honors Program.
- Minimum GPA of 3.5
- Student must be registered for a minimum of 12 credits during year scholarship is awarded.
- Preference given to majors in the departments of English, Speech Communication, or Journalism and Technical Communication.
Criteria
- Outstanding academic performance
- Potential for future contributions to society
- Commitment to engage in a program of independent inquiry, culminating in a senior thesis, under the guidance of a faculty advisor/mentor at weekly learning sessions
- Interest in the opportunity to participate actively in a rewarding undergraduate experience that emphasizes the development of advanced research and communication skills and may lead to an advanced degree
Award
- Award is $5000.
One scholarshiop is awarded.
Apply
- Faculty recommendation necessary, plan accordingly.
- Applicants will provide additional written responses of one or two paragraphs not to exceed one page, single-spaced.
- Spring deadline: March 1st
- As wtih most scholarships, you will apply through the CSU Scholarship Application site.
Students First Honors Scholarship
Eligibility
- Current Junior enrolled in the Honors Program.
- Demonstrates financial need.
- Student must be registered for a minimum of 12 credits during year scholarship is awarded.
- In good standing with the Honors Program.
Criteria
- Good academic standing
- Demonstrates financial need.
- Active participation in campus and/or community service organizations.
Award
- Award is $2000.
One scholarshiop is awarded.
Apply
- Spring deadline: March 1st
- As wtih most scholarships, you will apply through the CSU Scholarship Application site.
Cilento Scholarship
Eligibility
- Student must be registered for a minimum of 12 credits during year scholarship is awarded.
- Enrolled in the Honors Program and in good standing with the program.
- All majors from any college are eligible.
Scholarship may be renewable if the recipient(s) continues to meet all criteria, reapplies and is selected by the scholarship committee
Criteria
- Excellent academic standing based upon GPA
- Financial need can be considered, but is not the determining factor.
- Participation in service and/or other co-curricular activities.
Award
- Award varies
One scholarshiop is awarded.
Apply
- Faculty recommendation necessary, plan accordingly.
- Spring deadline: March 1st
- As wtih most scholarships, you will apply through the CSU Scholarship Application site.
Spots Scholarship
Eligibility
- Enrolled in the Honors Program.
- Student must be registered for a minimum of 12 credits during year scholarship is awarded.
- In good standing with the Honors Program.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- All majors from any college are eligible.
Scholarship is not renewable.
Criteria
- Outstanding academic performance with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA
- Description of the benefits of the enrichment activity.
- Preference to students who participate in a summer study abroad, research, internship, or service activity sponsored by a recognized program or organization.
Award
- Award of up to $1200
One scholarshiop is awarded.
Apply
- Faculty recommendation necessary, plan accordingly. Recommender should include comments that address the efficacy of the activity in which you plan to participate.
- Applicants will provide additional written responses.
- Spring deadline: March 1st
- As wtih most scholarships, you will apply through the CSU Scholarship Application site.