Securing a bright future for engineering students

There is no greater gift to students, and our society, than the chance to pursue higher education and the experience that comes with it.

The college works with the university, donors, and external organizations to help provide the financial security for students to obtain their goals.

A CSU engineering student in Kirk McGilvray's lab holds up part of an experiment.

Scholarships in

the College

We have around 190 scholarships available in the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering, most of which are awarded to multiple recipients.

For the 2023-2024 academic year, more than 500 students received scholarships, and over $3,200,000 in scholarship funds were awarded.

$3,200,000+

Engineering-Specific Scholarships Awarded in the 2025-2026 Academic Year

150+

Engineering Scholarship Funds

It’s really rewarding and affirming to be recognized for my environmental stewardship. Having that kind of tangible evidence has helped me declare my career toward the environment.

First-generation challenges

Lamm's story was also featured as part of “First Degree,” a special CSU video series highlighting the journeys of first-generation college students.

University

Scholarships

There are several scholarships available to incoming first-year students that don’t require a separate application. Students are automatically considered for these based on their application for admission:

  • Green and Gold Scholarship
  • Honors Scholarship
  • Partnership Award
  • Alliance High School Partnership (CO Residents)

Many other university-wide and college-specific scholarships are available through the CSU Scholarship Application (CSUSA).

Colorado State University Scholarship Application (CSUSA)

The CSUSA is a competitive online application for many of the scholarships at CSU. Scholarships are available in all colleges and class levels.

Applications are reviewed based on your academic record, as well as your answers to the questions in the application.

The CSUSA goes live every October 1,
and the deadline is March 1.

Application dates every year:
Opens
October 1
Closes
March 1

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Walter Scott, Jr. Undergraduate Scholarship and Program

The Walter Scott, Jr. Undergraduate Scholarship and Scott Scholars Program is the most prestigious and financially significant opportunity offered by the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering at Colorado State University.

Awarded to undergraduate engineering students, the scholarship and program promote leadership, excellence, and citizenship with 4+ years of academic and co-curricular activities.

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Questions about scholarships?

We're ready to help!

Do you have a question that’s not featured on our website? Email your questions below to Scholarship Coordinator Laura Wynkoop.