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Reisher Scholars Program and Colorado Mesa University Foundation · Direct application
One-year launchpad scholarship preparing selected incoming CMU freshmen for the full Reisher Scholars Program. Up to eight Colorado residents graduating from a Mesa or Montrose County high school may receive a $5,000 tuition-and-fees award after completing the FAFSA, demonstrating financial need, and maintaining full-time enrollment in a four-year bachelor's degree with a 3.0 high school GPA. Applicants complete the CMU general scholarship application and Reisher Ready materials by the March 30 priority deadline. The program includes financial, academic, and social supports designed to prepare students to apply for the larger Reisher Scholarship after their freshman year.
The Reisher Ready Program awards $5,000. It is sponsored by Reisher Scholars Program and Colorado Mesa University Foundation.
The next annual deadline is March 30, 2027. Finish early in case the sponsor requests additional materials.
Key requirements include: United States; High school; Undergraduate; Colorado. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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