
Launched in 2025, the Colorado Career Ready Scholarship supports students pursuing hands-on, career education programs at participating colleges across Colorado. This initiative helps students gain the skills and training needed to enter the state’s most essential and in-demand workforce fields.
To be considered for a scholarship award, applicants must:
Applications will be accepted year round starting January 1 and reviewed monthly. Students must submit a completed application form, which includes:
All awards must be submitted by the online application form. Applications submitted without complete information will be rejected until a completed award record is received.
Scholarships applications are reviewed as they are received. Early application completion is encouraged.
Scholarships not redeemed by December 31, 2026 are void unless special arrangements are made with the college.
Have questions or need help with the application? Contact the Scholarship team at ACES@career.org