COSI Achieve
Forecasted
COSI Achieve funds Colorado institutions and nonprofits to provide scholarships and holistic support services, aiming to boost college persistence and completion for low- and middle-income undergraduates.
Funder: Colorado Department of Higher Education (COSI)
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2029 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards: $75,000–$1.7M+ over four years (IHEs/NPOs); 1:1 scholarship match required; total pool $31M+ (previous cycle).
Summary: Supports Colorado higher education institutions and nonprofits to provide scholarships plus holistic student support services for low- and middle-income undergraduates.
Key Information: Forecasted opportunity—dates and details may change; 1:1 match required for scholarship funds (reduced match available for high-poverty counties).
Description
This statewide grant program funds Colorado public higher education institutions and nonprofit organizations to deliver both scholarships and holistic support services to undergraduate students from low- and middle-income backgrounds. By merging previous COSI scholarship and support service initiatives, the program aims to increase college persistence and credential completion rates, particularly for underserved populations. Funding is contingent on securing matching dollars for scholarships and providing wraparound student services that address academic, financial, and personal barriers to degree attainment.
