Scott Scholars Candidate Events

Congratulations on your eligibility for the Walter Scott, Jr. Undergraduate Scholarship and Program! We invite you to attend one of the candidate events below where you’ll learn more about this incredible opportunity, connect with current and alumni Scott Scholars, and learn tips to help you stand out in the application process.

Congratulations on receiving the Walter Scott, Jr. Undergraduate Scholarship and welcome to the Scott Scholars Program!

Questions?

Please reach out to the Scott Scholars Program Team at scottscholars@colostate.edu with any questions regarding the Walter Scott, Jr. Undergraduate Scholarship and Program, application process, or any of the candidate events.

Apply by February 1

Access the application for the Walter Scott, Jr. Undergraduate Scholarship and Program at colostate.academicworks.com.

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Upcoming Events

Scott Scholars Candidate Receptions

Join us on campus at our candidate reception on January 16, 2026, to mingle with current Scott Scholars and other candidates, and learn more about the scholarship and program, how to apply, and tips to help you stand out in the application process.

Can’t make it to campus? Attend one of our virtual receptions! You’ll receive the same information and still have an opportunity to ask questions and connect with current Scholars, from anywhere you have an internet connection.

Scott Scholars Shadow Day​

Candidates wanting a more immersive visit may consider attending the Scott Scholars Shadow Day offered on January 23, 2026, in Fort Collins. Shadow Day provides the same mingling and information as the candidate reception, plus the opportunity to attend classes, activities, and lunch at a CSU dining hall with a current Scott Scholar. After the event concludes, a variety of optional tours will be available for those interested.

Space is limited, so we recommend you register early.

Scott Scholars Social

Students who are offered the Walter Scott, Jr. Undergraduate Scholarship will be invited to attend the Scott Scholars Social. At the social you will meet your fellow 2025 Scott Scholars Cohort, interact with current Scott Scholars, and learn about exciting summer programs you can take part in. The day is filled with fun and begins your journey as a Scott Scholar even before your first day of school.

Candidate Reception
(Fort Collins)

Friday, January 16, 2026
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Event details
  • Friday, January 16, 2026
  • 5:00 -7:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time
  • Suzanne & Walter Scott, Jr. Bioengineering Building
    Colorado State University
    700 Meridian Ave.
    Fort Collins, CO 80523
  • Light hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
  • 5:00 p.m.

    Check-in begins

  • 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

    Mingling with current and alumni Scott Scholars

  • 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

    Presentation and student panel

  • If you are planning to arrive to campus early and want assistance planning your visit (campus tour, college tour, department meetings, etc.), please reach out to scottscholas@colostate.edu.
  • Attire: we welcome you to wear what you are comfortable in. Our reception is casual – think “networking with classmates” rather than “job interview.”
  • What to bring: there is no need to bring anything besides any questions you have about the scholarship and program.

Shadow Day
(Fort Collins)

Friday, January 23, 2026
Register Here
Event details
  • Friday, January 23, 2026
  • 8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Mountain Standard Time
  • Lory Student Center
    1101 Center Avenue Mall
    Ballroom D
    Fort Collins, CO 80521
  • A light breakfast buffet will be served. Lunch will be provided for students.
  • 8:45 a.m.

    Check-in begins

  • 8:45 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.

    Mingling with engineering faculty, staff, and current and alumni Scott Scholars over a light breakfast buffet

  • 9:15 – 9:30 a.m.

    Program welcome

  • 9:30 – 10:00 a.m.

    Shadow matching and departure to classes 

  • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (candidates only)

    Shadowing classes, activities, and lunch on campus

  • 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. (guests only)

    Parent and guest presentation and panel

  • 2:00 – 3:45 p.m.

    Presentation and student panel

  • 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (optional)
    • TBA optional tours
  • Click here for a map and Directions 
  • Free parking will be provided via a digital parking pass. Be sure to provide accurate license plate details when registering. You may view or update your registration details (including your license plate information) by following the link in your registration confirmation email.
  • You must park in an “A” parking spot, we recommend parking in lot 425 or 310.
  • View CSU’s campus parking map here. 
  • Students will attend classes, activities, and lunch with a current Scott Scholar. Due to classroom and lab capacities, guests will not be able to accompany students to classes, activities, or lunch. There will be a brief presentation for guests after students leave for classes. 
  • Attire: you’ll be walking across campus to get to various classes, etc. so we suggest you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a jacket (the weather in January can be unpredictable).
  • What to bring: while you will be attending classes, you shouldn’t need to bring any school supplies. Bring yourself and any questions you have about the scholarship and program.
  • A variety of optional tours will be available after the event concludes, more information will be provided during the program welcome.

Candidate Reception
(Virtual)

Tuesday, November 18, 2025
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Event details
  • Tuesday, November 18, 2025
  • 5:30 – 6:45 p.m. Mountain Standard Time
  • Virtual webinar
  • This option is great if you cannot make it to an in-person event. You will receive the same information and have the opportunity to ask questions via the virtual chat.
  • Pior to 5:30 p.m.

    Log into the webinar

  • 5:30 p.m.

    Webinar begins

  • 5:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.

    Presentation and student panel

  • Access the webinar via the link in your registration confirmation email.
  • Email scottscholars@colostate.edu if you have issues logging in to the webinar.
  • There is no need to prepare anything besides any questions you want to ask.

Candidate Reception
(Virtual)

Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Register Here
Event details
  • Tuesday, January 20, 2026
  • 5:30 – 6:45 p.m. Mountain Standard Time
  • Virtual webinar
  • This option is great if you cannot make it to an in-person event. You will receive the same information and have the opportunity to ask questions via the virtual chat.
  • Pior to 5:30 p.m.

    Log into the webinar

  • 5:30 p.m.

    Webinar begins

  • 5:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.

    Presentation and student panel

  • Access the webinar via the link in your registration confirmation email.
  • Email scottscholars@colostate.edu if you have issues logging in to the webinar.
  • There is no need to prepare anything besides any questions you want to ask.

Scott Scholars Social
(Fort Collins)

Friday, March 13, 2026
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Event details
  • Friday, March 13, 2026
  • 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. mountain daylight time
  • Lory Student Center, Long’s Peak Room
    Colorado State University
    1101 Center Ave Mall, Fort Collins, CO 80521
  • Lunch will be provided
  • Note: while your parents, caregivers, friends, and neighbors may have helped you get to this point, this event is all about you. There is no guest programming for this event. If you have a guest planning to come to campus with you, reach out to us in advance as we’d be happy to suggest alternative activities for them.
  • 9:45 a.m.

    Check-in begins

  • 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

    Event programming and activites 

  • Attire: we welcome you to wear what you are comfortable in. The social is casual and active – you will be walking across campus. Colorado weather in March is unpredictable so we recommend bringing layers just in case.
  • What to bring: there is no need to bring anything besides any questions you have about the scholarship and program.