University of Colorado Boulder

$15,000 a year · about $60,000 over 4 years

Incoming nonresident first-year student with high academic achievement. Must remain a nonresident for tuition purposes.

$12,500 a year · about $50,000 over 4 years

Incoming first-year students at the Leeds School of Business. Award consideration is based on the admissions application.

$5,000 a year · about $20,000 over 4 years

Incoming first-year students who are members of a federally recognized tribe. Academics are the focus of review.

$4,000 a year · about $16,000 over 4 years

Incoming first-year Colorado resident with exceptional academic achievement relative to their high school community. ACT/SAT scores are not considered.

$3,000 a year · about $12,000 over 4 years

Incoming first-year student admitted with a declared Arts & Humanities major. Must maintain a declared A&H major for renewal.

$6,250 a year · about $25,000 over 4 years

Incoming nonresident first-year student with strong academic performance. Must remain a nonresident for tuition purposes.

$6,000 a year · about $24,000 over 4 years

Intellectually curious students with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Evaluated on creativity, commitment, and achievements in nonstandard areas.

$4,000 a year · about $16,000 over 4 years

Incoming first-year or transfer student where neither parent has a bachelor's degree. Must demonstrate significant financial need via FAFSA or ASSET application.

$750 a year · about $3,000 over 4 years

Incoming first-year students in the College of Engineering & Applied Science. Selection based on high school GPA, class rank, and test scores (if submitted).

$1,000 a year

One award per Colorado high school per year, holistic review of GPA/rank/rigor.

$2,000 a year · about $8,000 over 4 years

Incoming first-year students who participated in the CU System Precollege Outreach Programs (Boulder Precollegiate or CU Upward Bound). Minimum 3.6 weighted GPA for top award.