Financial need: Be eligible for the Pell Grant (Maximum, Minimum, or Calculated) or demonstrate unmet financial need while having a household adjusted gross income less than 300% of the Federal Poverty Level.
Year in school: The Reisher Scholars Program specifically targets Colorado students after their first year by offering financial support for them to complete their undergraduate degrees
College gpa: Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Documents required
Varies by institution
How to win it
To win this scholarship, make sure you can confirm your Denver County residency and that you are either a rising sophomore or a community college transfer student entering as a junior at one of the program's partner institutions. Since the scholarship is limited to specific partner schools, verify your institution qualifies before applying. Highlighting your ties to the Denver community and your academic commitment will strengthen your application for this generous award.