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Scholarships

Types of Scholarships

Scholarships can help lower the cost of your education and never need to be paid back. These awards are typically based on merit, talent, or other accomplishments, rather than financial need.

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Merit Scholarships

Financial awards granted to students based on their academic, artistic, athletic, or other abilities, regardless of financial need.

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Institutional Scholarships

Scholarships that are funded directly by the University. They are often used to support students who meet specific criteria.

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Alumni Scholarships

Alumni scholarships are funded by Western graduates who want to give back and support the next generation of Mountaineers.

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Carrie Shaw

Director, Student Financial Services

Nancy Duetsch

Assistant Director of Student Financial Aid

Financial Services

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Contact Location

Western Colorado University
Taylor Hall 314
1 Western Way
Gunnison, CO 81231