Forward Steps

Forward Steps believes in providing the support that foster youth need in order to earn a college degree and accomplish YOUR dreams.

Eligibility:
º Applicants must have verifiable experience in the foster care system. More information about confirmation of foster care can be found here.
º First time applicants must apply before their 26th birthday
º Applicants must be residents of Colorado and plan to attend (or are currently attending) one of our partnering colleges, universities or trade schools in the Denver metro, Longmont, Fort Collins, or Greeley areas. See our application for the full list of schools we serve.
º Scholars must have a high school diploma or a GED before beginning their first semester of college
º Applicants must meet federal financial aid requirements and have unmet need as determined by the FAFSA

How to Apply:
Complete the attached application form: https://forwardsteps.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/2022-2023-Forward-Steps-Guardian-Scholars-Appplication-and-Eligibility-Checklist-Combined.pdf
Priority deadline of May 31 for Fall semester and October 31 for Spring semester.

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