Helping Remove Barriers to Educational Opportunity
Unite2Uplift is proud to support Colorado high school seniors and recent graduates through its Breaking Barriers Scholarship Program.
- Unite2Uplift will award three scholarships of up to $1,500 to students pursuing their educational and career goals.
- Applications open on October 1 and close on May 31 of the academic year.
These need-based scholarships are intended to support students pursuing higher education, trade, technical, or vocational pathways. Learn more about eligibility requirements and application details below.
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicant must be a high school senior or recent graduate residing in the state of Colorado.
- Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
- Applicant should be able to demonstrate financial need and explain how the scholarship would support their educational goals.
- Applicant must be between 18–24 years of age.
Application Process
- Submit the completed Unite2Uplift Scholarship Application to connect@unite2uplift.org
- Provide a copy of your current high school or most recent academic transcript
- Submit a typed essay (500 words or less) describing why you have chosen your intended career or educational path
- Provide two letters of recommendation
- Participate in a personal interview with the Scholarship Committee, if selected as a finalist
Scholarship funds (at least 70%) will be sent to the educational/
trade/vocational institution directly.