Scholarships

Scholarships run annually each October. 

Cheever Scholarship

Criteria: Eligible students are master’s students enrolled in the New Directions in Politics and Public Policy program who demonstrate a record of civic engagement and public interest leadership.  

Award: Multiple scholarships available ranging from $500-$1,500. 

To Apply:  

  • Resume – Single page including professional, educational, and leadership achievements. 
  • Essay - 500-750 words describing your dedication to civic engagement and public interest leadership as well as detailing how you would benefit from this scholarship.  
  • Transcript – A copy of your CU Denver official or unofficial transcript. 
  • Submit – Send materials to Steve.DelCastillo@ucdenver.edu. 

Dreamers Scholarship

Criteria: Eligible students are ASSET and/or DACA eligible students enrolled in the Political Science New Directions Master’s Program at the University of Colorado Denver.  

Award: Multiple scholarships available ranging from $500-$1,500. 

To Apply:  

  • Resume – Single page including professional, educational, and leadership achievements. 
  • Essay - 500-750 words describing how you would benefit from this scholarship. In this document please confirm your ASSET and/or DACA status.   
  • Transcript – A copy of your CU Denver official or unofficial transcript. 
  • Submit – Send materials to Steve.DelCastillo@ucdenver.edu.