Deadline Extended

Due to national delays impacting financial aid this year, CU Boulder is extending the confirmation date from May 1 to June 1 for first-year students admitted for fall 2024. Visit the Financial Aid Timeline & Confirmation Extension webpage for details and updates.

Scholarships & Financial Aid

At CU Boulder, you can apply for financial aid and scholarships to help fund your education.

Fall 2024 & Spring 2025 Financial Aid Application

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open for the 2024-25 school year. Review the Financial Aid Timeline & Confirmation Extension webpage for details and updates.

Updated Timeline for 2024-25 Financial Aid

Scholarships

After you apply for admission, you’ll get access to the CU Boulder Scholarship Application where you can apply for additional scholarships.

Apply for Scholarships

Financial Aid

More than 60% of CU Boulder students receive some type of financial aid. You should apply for financial aid to be considered for grants, loans, work-study and some types of scholarships.

Apply for Financial Aid

Additional Financial Aid & Scholarship Information

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. You may view the list of ADA and Title IX coordinators and review the Regent policy.

As a student or prospective student at CU Boulder, you have a right to certain information pertaining to financial aid programs, the Clery Act, crime and safety, graduation rates, athletics and other general information such as the costs associated with attending CU Boulder. To view this information visit colorado.edu/your-right-know.

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Deadline Extended

Scholarships & Financial Aid