KEY COMMUNITIES SCHOLARSHIP

1) Full-time or part-time undergraduate students who are currently enrolled or who have participated in the Key Communities program as freshmen and/or sophomores 2) Have met all requirements as an active Key and/or Key Plus participant, as determined by the Key Community Coordinator and outlined in the Key Communities contract 3) Demonstrate financial need as established by the Office of Student Financial Services of CSU – students shall submit an explanation in the form of an essay elaborating their financial status and their need for financial assistance in order to complete coursework needed for graduations 4) Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum overall 3.0 GPA 5) Be in good judicial standing with Colorado State University 6) Preference shall be given to students whose financial need has jeopardized their ability to complete the coursework needed for graduation (Scholarship may be renewable if the students reapply annually, continue to meet all criteria and are selected by the scholarship committee)

Award
Varies
College/Department
Provost
Deadline
03/01/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. The Key Communities have high expectations for personal character and community involvement. Key students are expected to;

    1) Contribute positively to the Key Community of students, staff and faculty.

    2) Be a positive representative of the Key Communities.

    3) Conduct myself in the residence hall, on campus, and in the community in a way that positively contributes toward developing a community based on academic excellence, civility and respect.

    4) Fully abide by residence hall and Colorado State University student conduct policies.

    • I am currently in good judicial standing with the university.
    • I understand that the award will be conditional upon a conduct review.
  2. Are you currently enrolled or have you participated in the Key Communities program as first year and/or second year student?
  3. Please respond to the following questions:
    • 1. Describe how participating in Key has impacted your success at CSU.
    • 2. In what ways have you contributed to the Key Community values of academics, leadership, diversity, service, and community through your actions?
    • 3. How will receiving this award support your success at CSU and progress towards graduation?
    • 4. Please share any additional information that you would like the Key Review Committee to know about you.