Financing Your Bachelor’s Degree
Established Scholarship & Grant ProgramsRegis University College for Professional Studies (CPS) is proud to offer several scholarship opportunities to community college students. Browse the scholarship programs below and submit applications where you qualify. You could be just an application away from joining the ranks of our 2011-2012 Scholarship Recipients.
| Scholarship | Description | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|
Community College Scholarship Program |
One scholarship valued up to $5,000 each year is awarded to a student from each of the:
Colorado Community Colleges
Wyoming Community Colleges,
and The College of Southern Nevada This scholarship is renewable for a second year (for a total of $10,000). |
Students must meet the admissions requirements of Regis University and the academic program they wish to participate in. Learn more about the additional criteria that must be met to qualify. |
Vice President's Community College Scholarship |
One scholarship valued up to $9,000 each year is awarded to a community college student. This scholarship is renewable for a second year (to a total of $18,000, but not to exceed tuition). |
Students must meet the admissions requirements of Regis University and the academic program they wish to participate in. Learn more about the additional criteria that must be met to qualify. |
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship (College for Professional Studies only) |
Regis University CPS offers ten scholarships, each valued up to $2,500 annually, to members of Phi Theta Kappa with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. The scholarship is renewable for a second year (to total $5,000 , but not to exceed tuition for a recipient), if a 3.0 GPA is maintained. |
Students must meet the admissions requirements of Regis University and the academic program they wish to participate in. Learn more about the additional criteria that must be met to qualify. |
Helen McLoraine Student Teaching Scholarship |
This scholarship is available to CPS Education Undergraduate Student Teachers. |
Learn more about the criteria and guidelines. |
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship |
This foundation provides scholarships worth up to $30,000 per year to community college students & recent alumni to help them earn a 4-year degree. |
Scholarship applicants must be nominated by the Foundation's Faculty Representative at their two-year institution. Learn more about the selection criteria and application process. |
Latino and Hispanic Scholarships |
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Visit the Regis University Hispanic/Latino Community Site to learn more about each grant and scholarship listed. Additional details and the scholarship applications are located on each organization's respective website. |
Federal TEACH Grant |
The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program provides up to $4,000 per year ($16,000 total for 4-year programs) in grants for students who commit to teach:
Graduate students may be eligible for $4,000 per year ($8,000 total) with this same commitment to teach. |
Learn more about the Federal TEACH Grant: Note: A student would have to repay the grant with interest if he/she fails to complete the four-year teaching obligation. |
Many adults qualify for financial aid, and more than half of all Regis University students use some form of financial aid to help pay for their education. The Regis University Financial Aid Office offers financial assistance in the form of grants, scholarships, and loans. Awards are based on financial need; however, assistance is available to students without need also. Every student who is seeking Federal Financial Aid must:
- submit their Regis University online application
- complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Additionally, you will find the following links helpful when building your financial plan for earning your Bachelor's degree:
- Forecast your eligibility for federal student financial aid
- Research additional financing opportunities
- Visit the Financial Aid Consortium Program. Regis University is a partner in the Financial Aid Consortium Program with all Colorado community colleges and several community colleges nationwide.
The Regis University Financial Aid Office is available to answer any questions you may have at 1.800.568.8932.
