BOLD Scholarships

How do I apply?

All BOLD scholarships will be housed in the CU General Scholarship Application.

The BOLD Center offers a BOLD Center Scholarship. Students complete one College of Engineering Scholarship Application to be considered for a variety of scholarship opportunities within the college. Applications are considered starting March 15th and continue on a rolling basis until scholarship funds are exhausted. 

For consideration for a BOLD scholarship, applicants must follow a two-step process:

1.Complete the CU General Scholarship Application

You will be prompted to complete the CU General Scholarship Application first. This application is used for multiple scholarships and requires information about extracurricular activities, community service, work and an essay. 

You cannot submit the College of Engineering Scholarship Application until you have submitted the CU General Scholarship Application.

To Access the Application:

• Prospective Students can access this application as soon as they have applied to CU through their Admissions Application Status page. 

• Current and Admitted students can reach this application through their Buff Portal.

2.Complete the College of Engineering Scholarship Application and indicate interest in BOLD scholarships.

After you submit the CU General Scholarship Application, additional recommended scholarship opportunities may display, including the College of Engineering Scholarship Application. On the application, please check the box to indicate “I am interested in BOLD scholarship” and answer the supplemental essay question(s). 

When do I apply?

Timeline:

• November 1 - CU Boulder General Scholarship Application and the College of Engineering Scholarship Application open 

• Mid-March of each year - BOLD Scholarship Application Priority Deadline 

• First week of September - College of Engineering Scholarship Application Closes 

Students can continue to apply for College of Engineering Scholarships even after the CU general Scholarship Application deadline has passed on March 15 or June 15, for incoming Transfer students), but we highly recommend students complete the CU general Scholarship Application by these deadlines for maximum scholarship consideration. 

You do not need to wait for your admission decision to apply. If you are applying to the College of Engineering and Applied Science, then please apply early! 

Award:
The BOLD Center Scholarship Award is guaranteed at the amount of $4,000 per year for up to four years or 8 semesters as long as you maintain eligibility. Furthermore, students with financial need may be eligible for an additional award of up to $4,000 per year.

Requirements for all Scholars for all years:

• Submit a ‘thank you letter’ to scholarship donor and attend an affiliated event as required by the donor (you will be notified if applicable). 
• Enroll in a minimum of 12 credits per semester as a student in the College of Engineering & Applied Science. 
• Meet with an Academic Advisor once per semester. 
• Meet with a BOLD Scholarship Advisor once per semester. 
• Participate as an active member of a BOLD Center affinity-based student society. 
• Participate in two BOLD Center community events, workshops or engagement opportunities each semester. Examples might look like: 
  • Specific events held by BOLD or BOLD program partners, or participate in a BOLD tour, student panel or info fair, etc. 
• Maintain "Satisfactory Academic Progress" as specified by the Financial Aid Office. 
• If applicable: Meet with Academic Coach if CU GPA falls below 2.5 and develop Academic Success Plan to utilize BOLD Academic Services and/or other support services. 
• If applicable: Enroll in and complete COEN 2880-1 Fresh Start for Success if placed on Academic Alert or Academic Warning. 

First-year students have the following additional requirements focused on your successful transition to CU Boulder, academic success and managing finances: 

• New Scholars attend the Pre-Arrival Program (early move-in for first-year students). 
• First-year students live in the BOLD community of Engineering Connections in Williams Village North. 
• Meet with a Peer Mentor once a month.  
  • Peer mentors help students by sharing their experiences on what it takes to be a successful CU Engineering student, connecting students to campus resources and by being a caring member of the BOLD community interested in your success at CU Boulder. 
• Engage in at least two BOLD Academic Services opportunities per semester. 
• Attend at least two fall semester student success workshops (specific examples of workshops will be shared with you before the start of the fall semester). 
• Attend at least two other spring semester student success workshops (specific examples of workshops will be shared with you before the start of the spring semester). 

Second-year students have the additional requirements focused on making the most of your academic major, leadership development and gaining professional readiness: 

• Attend at least two fall semester student success workshops (specific examples of workshops will be shared with you before the start of the fall semester). 
• Attend at least two other spring semester student success workshops (specific examples of workshops will be shared with you before the start of the spring semester). 

The BOLD Engagement Scholarship was established in 2019 to recognize students in the College of Engineering & Applied Science (CEAS) who demonstrated academic excellence and a commitment to the BOLD mission.  It is administered through the BOLD Center; The scholarship is comprised of both a financial award and community support that emphasizes participation and personal development. Engagement Scholars are a group students admitted each fall and are supported by a group of peer mentors in their first year. Engagement Scholars are expected to engage with the BOLD Center throughout their time in the program. 

Award

The BOLD Engagement Scholarship is $1,000 per year/$500 per semester for up to 8 semesters as long as eligibility is maintained. The semesters of aid do not need to be consecutive 

Requirements

All BOLD Engagement Scholars

• Active membership in a BOLD-sponsored student society
• 1:1 advising with BOLD scholarship support coordinator once their first year (recommended during Fall semester)
• Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
• Remain enrolled in CEAS undergraduate degree program
• Rostered and active in a scholarship management system such as a Canvas course
• Donor-specific requirements, if applicable
• Communication with a BOLD Peer Mentor 
• Participation in BOLD Scholarship Orientation

Considerations

• BOLD Scholars are automatically considered members of the BOLD Center and the CU LEAD Alliance.
• BOLD Scholars are given primary or exclusive opportunities to additional scholarships, internships, programs and services within the college and across the campus.
• Priority consideration is given to students from marginalized communities within engineering and applied sciences including first-generation and financial need. 
• BOLD Scholars meet requirements for other select scholarships through participation in a BOLD Scholarship program (i.e. Denver Scholarship Foundation).
• Exceptions to requirements are reviewed and granted on a case-by-case basis

The BOLD Scholarship was established in 2019 to recognize students in the College of Engineering & Applied Science (CEAS) who exemplify the BOLD mission and values through demonstrated leadership, academic excellence, and a commitment to inclusion, diversity and equity. It is administered through the BOLD Center. The scholarship is comprised of a financial award, individualized advising and mentoring, and a community of peers all focused on student success.  

A Community of Peers

Leadership Scholars participate in a cohort-based community of up to 50 peers through special programming including a retreat, cohort activities, and 1:1 peer mentoring. Leadership Scholars are expected to engage with their cohort throughout their time in the program.

Award

The BOLD Scholarship is $3,000 per year/$1,500 per semester for up to 8 semesters as long as eligibility is maintained. These semesters do not need to be consecutive. 

Requirements

All BOLD Scholars

• Active membership in a BOLD-sponsored student society
• Participation in 10 BOLD Community Activities per year
• 1:1 advising with BOLD scholarship support coordinator once per year
• Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
• Remain enrolled in CEAS undergraduate degree program
• Rostered and active in a scholarship management system such as a Canvas course
• Donor-specific requirements, if applicable

First-Year Incoming BOLD Leadership Scholars

• 1:1 advising with BOLD scholarship support coordinator once in the first 30 days of the Fall semester and once again in the following Spring semester 
• ​Monthly  communication with a BOLD Community and Scholarship Assistant 
• Participation in BOLD Scholarship Orientation 

Considerations

• BOLD Scholars are automatically considered members of the BOLD Center and the CU LEAD Alliance.
• BOLD Scholars are given primary or exclusive opportunities to additional scholarships, internships, programs and services within the college and across the campus.
• Priority consideration is given to students from marginalized communities within engineering and applied sciences including first-generation and financial need. 
• BOLD Scholars meet requirements for other select scholarships through participation in a BOLD Scholarship program (i.e. Denver Scholarship Foundation).
• Exceptions to requirements are reviewed and granted on a case-by-case basis

The BOLD Participation Scholarship has been the primary scholarship administered through the BOLD Center at CU Boulder, as a way to recognize students in the College of Engineering & Applied Science (CEAS) who demonstrated academic excellence and a commitment to the BOLD mission.  The scholarship is comprised of a financial award and community engagement focused on student success and persistence. Scholars entered the program each year and participated in a number of activities and student societies based on their personal development. The BOLD Participation Scholarship will phase out as the last incoming cohort of 2018 graduates from CU Boulder. 

Award

The BOLD Participation Scholarship is $2,000 per year/$1,000 per semester for up to 8 semesters as long as eligibility is maintained. 

Requirements

All BOLD Participation Scholars

• Active membership in a BOLD-sponsored student society
• Participation in 10 Community Activities per year
• Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
• Remain enrolled in CEAS undergraduate degree program
• Rostered in a scholarship management system such as a Canvas course
• Donor-specific requirements, if applicable

Considerations

• BOLD Scholars are automatically considered members of the BOLD Center and the CU LEAD Alliance.
• BOLD Scholars are given primary or exclusive opportunities to additional scholarships, internships, programs and services within the college and across the campus.
• Priority consideration is given to students from marginalized communities within engineering and applied sciences including first-generation and financial need. 
• BOLD Scholars meet requirements for other select scholarships through participation in a BOLD Scholarship program (i.e. Denver Scholarship Foundation).
• Exceptions to requirements are reviewed and granted on a case-by-case basis.

• If you are a current GoldShirt Scholar admitted in and prior to fall 2022, please find information about the program here.