Opportunity Next Colorado Scholarship
Funding Amount
Up to $1,500 per student
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Opportunity Next Colorado Scholarship
Status: Active state scholarship program for Colorado high school graduates and GED completers
Geographic Scope: Colorado statewide; Class of 2024 and subsequent graduating classes
Focus Areas:
Scholarship recipients must enroll in High Priority Pathways (HPP) in eight designated industries with workforce shortages:
Eligible Recipients:
Award Coverage:
Funds may be used for:
PPSC Alignment:
Pikes Peak State College is uniquely positioned to support Opportunity Next students as PPSC offers degrees and certificates in seven of the eight HPPs.
Complementary Programs:
Opportunity Next works in conjunction with Colorado Promise, which:
Program Goals:
Contact Information:
How to Apply
Application Process
1. High School Graduation or GED
- Be a member of Colorado high school graduating class (Class of 2024 or later)
- OR complete GED
2. Apply to Pikes Peak State College
- Visit pikespeak.edu/apply
- Complete PPSC application process
- Enroll in a High Priority Pathway (HPP) program
3. PPSC Program Options (7 of 8 HPPs)
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Computer and Information Science
- Education
- Engineering and Technology
- Family and Social Sciences
- Health Professions
- Transportation
4. Additional Aid Consideration
- Explore Colorado Promise eligibility (family income $90,000 or less) for additional tuition/fee reimbursement
- Apply for Colorado Promise through Colorado Department of Higher Education
5. Award Disbursement
- Up to $1,500 provided per student
- Funds used for tuition, fees, books, and equipment
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
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