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.
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.
$3,200,000+
Engineering-Specific Scholarships Awarded in the 2025-2026 Academic Year
190+
Engineering Scholarship Funds
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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.
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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
- Western Undergraduate Exchange
- Partnership Award
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.
Application date opens every year on:
Opens
October 1
Application date closes every year on:
Incoming students
February 1
Continuing, transfer, and graduate students
March 1
Don't forget these
Important Steps
To be considered for the most scholarship opportunities, complete all parts of the CSUSA.
Continuing, transfer, and graduate students should fill out the General Application and the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering Application.
Step 1
Complete the General Application
Step 2
Complete the First-Year Incoming Student Application
Step 3
Complete the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering Application
There are three options for
Accepting a scholarship
Watch your CSU email and follow the directions in the Office of Financial Aid email you’ll receive
Accept your scholarship in the Financial Aid section of RAMweb
Accept your scholarship directly in Academic Works
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.
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.
Welcome to Fall 2026
Engineering Rams!
Welcome Rams to a new phase of life as a college student! We want to help our new students with a smooth transition into the college and CSU.