CESDA Diversity Scholarship
The CESDA Diversity Scholarship offers $1,000 to high school seniors in Colorado who are first-generation college students or members of underrepresented ethnic or racial minorities.
Jun 1, 2026
57 days left
$1,000
Award amount
4
Requirements
Who can apply
- Seniors graduating from high schools in Colorado
- First member of their family to attend college
- Student of color (African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, American Indian, Hispanic/Chicano/Latino)
- Able to demonstrate financial need
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
upcoming
Eligible institutions
Colorado Educational Services and Development Association
Payout method
Not stated on the listing
Before you apply
AI guidanceThings to double-check on the official page.
Important checks
- Verify application requirements and selection criteria on the official site
- Confirm GPA and enrollment plans meet eligibility
Missing or unclear on the listing
- Payout method details
- Specific application steps
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Prepare the listed materials (1 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
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- Highlight leadership and community service in your application
- Prepare to demonstrate financial need
Key requirements (4)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in Colorado who are 1) the first member of their family to attend college; 2) a student of color (African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, American Indian, Hispanic/Chicano/Latino);….
- Applicants must have a GPA of 2.8 or higher and be planning to enroll at a 2- or 4-year college or university in Colorado.
- U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is not required.
- Selection is based on leadership and community service (particularly within minority communities), past academic performance, personal and professional accomplishments, personal attributes, special abilities, academic goals, and financial need.
Required documents
Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.
- Financial documentation (if required)
Applying
Applications can be submitted online through the CESDA Diversity Scholarship page on BigFuture.
Award & payment
Amount: $1,000
Payout: Not stated on the listing
About the provider
Colorado Educational Services and Development Association
Overview
The CESDA Diversity Scholarship offers $1,000 to support Colorado high school seniors pursuing higher education.
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Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 2, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.