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Overview

Higher Education Scholarship

Funder: Early Childhood Council of Larimer (Northern Colorado Kids Thrive)

Geographic Scope: Larimer County, Colorado (prioritized); broader eligibility available

Overview: Funding for tuition, fees, and/or books for individuals pursuing early childhood education coursework or degree programs at accredited colleges and universities.

Primary Goal: Develop and support an effective and well-educated workforce serving infant, toddler, and preschool-age children

Eligibility:

  • Must be taking ECE courses or enrolled in an ECE-related degree program at an accredited college or university

  • Applicants working in the field of early care and education in Larimer County will be prioritized

  • Not intended for: Those seeking careers in elementary education
  • Covered Expenses:

  • Tuition

  • Fees

  • Books
  • Background: Since 2002-2003, Northern Colorado Kids Thrive has provided over half a million dollars in scholarships to individuals working in early care and education in Larimer County.

    Funding Source: This project is supported by the Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five Initiative (PDG B-5), Grant Number 90TP0114, from the Office of Child Care, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

    Additional Resources: Higher Education Scholarship FAQs available

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    How to Apply:

  • Applications accepted at any time

  • Reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis

  • Early application encouraged due to funding limitations
  • Resources Available:

  • Higher Education Scholarship FAQs provided for applicants
  • Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as requests for scholarships often exceed available funding even before final deadlines.

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    child-careeducation

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