Scholarships & Financial Aid

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

2025-26 Financial Aid Application Now Open

The financial aid application is open for the 2025-26 school year. Families should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to receive an aid offer for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026. Review the 2025-26 financial aid application opens article for dates and details. 

Learn More About the Free Application for Federal Student Aid

After you apply for admission, you’ll get access to the CU Boulder Scholarship Application where you can apply for additional scholarships once it opens November 1. 

Apply for Scholarships

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

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.