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Pikes Peak State College is dedicated to your success. We don't want financial stressors like paying for food, hygiene, transportation, childcare, textbooks or computers to be a barrier to you reaching your goals.
We may have scholarships or subsidy programs available to you for these specific needs. These programs are funded through your student fees.
Learn more about the funds and how to apply below.
Please note the scholarship application windows below and read the instructions at the top of the application forms carefully.
You may apply for one scholarship per semester (either Basic, Academic, or Childcare Needs). Supporting documents must be included, reflect your current financial situation, and reflect what you plan to use the scholarship for. Scholarships are offered on a first come, first serve basis until funds are exhausted. Priority will be given to first-time applications when funds are more limited. If you have any questions, please contact StudentExperience@pikespeak.edu prior to applying.
Application Windows:
Note: Application windows will open approximately a month prior to the first refund disbursement date of each semester, which occur shortly after each semester’s drop date. Scholarships cannot be disbursed prior to these dates. Please consult the academic calendar for details.
This application is to request assistance for basic needs.
We understand that pursuing education may present financial hardships. If you are experiencing difficulties meeting basic needs such as housing, food, hygiene, transportation, or other necessities, we encourage you to apply for this scholarship.
We are committed to providing support and assistance to ensure that all students can succeed academically, regardless of one's circumstances. Your application will be reviewed with understanding and compassion.
This support is open to all students attending Pikes Peak State College. Students may request up to $400 per semester.
This application is to request assistance for academic needs, such as textbooks, course materials and supplies, and any other academic items students may need for their success.
We are committed to providing support and assistance to ensure that all students can succeed academically, regardless of one's circumstances. Your application will be reviewed with consideration and compassion.
This support is open to all students attending Pikes Peak State College, and students can request up to $400 per semester.
This application is to request assistance for childcare needs.
Student requests may not exceed 2 months per semester.
We recognize balancing the demands of education and the responsibilities of child-care can be a challenge. If you are a parent/guardian facing difficulties in accessing childcare needs while pursuing academic success, we encourage you to apply for this scholarship.
Supporting documentation is required for eligibility for this endowment (i.e. Childcare Invoices, Proof of Universal Pre-K ).
This assistance is open to all parents/guardian students attending Pikes Peak State College. Your application will be reviewed with compassion and full deliberation.
PPSC Students are eligible to receive a one-time, $500 subsidy toward a computer through this program.
Eligibility and Limitations*:
*Eligibility and limitations will be reviewed as needed to best meet the needs of our student body.
Computer Subsidy Request Forms will be opened one week prior to start of the semester.
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*Due to this being a new program, forms opened slightly later in Spring 2025.
Submission Deadlines are as follows:
Submissions will be reviewed bi-weekly until the deadline is reached, or funds are
exhausted.
Deadlines may be extended if funds are still available.
Complete the Computer Subsidy Request Form
Contact: Please reach out to studentexperience@pikespeak.edu with any questions.
Eligibility and Limitations
Student Eligibility
Staff Eligibility
Low-income students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for an additional stipend to offset expenses. To qualify, students must have completed a FAFSA or CASFA and have an SAI between -1500 and 3000.
Priority Application Deadlines are as follows:
Applications will be reviewed for approval and applicants will be notified within two weeks of each priority deadline.
Applications received after priority deadlines will be considered on a case-by-case basis as funds are available.
Within two weeks of returning, faculty/staff must reconcile travel expenses in line with PPSC fiscal policies and procedures.
*Note: For Academic Year 2024-2025 only, we will accept applications up to 30 days prior to your first date of travel.
The Office of Student Experience & Equity is solely responsible for approving funds from the Student Travel Grant Program. The grant recipient is responsible for all other PPSC processes associated with student travel.
If approved the employee traveling with the students is responsible for securing lodging for overnight trips and will be reimbursed for any initial expenses after the trip occurs. Prior to making any travel arrangements, it is strongly advised that employees serving as travel advisors reach out to Kim Beesley at kim.beesley@pikespeak.edu or Lily Ryan at lily.ryan@pikespeak.edu for guidance on travel expense processes and options.
Please carefully review the Student Travel Grant Program Procedure prior to starting this process. Reach out to studentexperience@pikespeak.edu with any questions.
