The 2026- 2027 CASFA and FAFSA are now available!

 
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Student Eligibility FAQ

 

Colorado Promise was developed to help support students achieve their academic goals and set them on the path towards career and lifelong success. The eligibility criteria was developed with two general areas in mind:

1: Support Colorado students across multiple income groups.
2: Reward hard-working students.

Initial Eligibility

  • Have an annual household income of $90,000 or less 

  • Colorado resident 

  • Annually complete a FAFSA or CASFA 

  • Enroll at a postsecondary educational institution within two years of completing high school

Academic Performance

  • Be an undergraduate degree or credential seeking student 

  • Have completed less than 66 credit hours 

  • In a semester earn at least a 2.5 GPA while completing at least 6 credit hours  

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