Reisher Scholars Program
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The Reisher Scholars Program (RSP) supports over 100 ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï students with more than just funding. As a Reisher Scholar, you’ll be part of a close-knit, motivated community where service, connection, and growth matter.
Each fall, a new cohort of sophomores and community college transfers joins the program.
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Here’s what you’ll get as a Reisher Scholar:
$6,000-22,000 per year in scholarship fundingÌý
Una cantidad de entre $6,000-22,000 por ²¹Ã±´ÇÌý
Individualized advising and mentorshipÌý
Mentores y consultores a nivel individualÌý
Personal and career development workshopsÌý
Talleres para el desarrollo profesional y personalÌý
Community service opportunitiesÌý
Oportunidades para servir a la comunidadÌý
A motivated, diverse community that includes first-generation and non-traditional students
Un grupo de estudiantes motivados y diversos que incluyen estudiantes no tradicionales y los que asisten a la universidad por primera vezÌý
Why Reisher
of Reisher Scholars graduate on time
based on 2024-25Ìý Reisher graduation rates
of scholars feel connected to the ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï community
in our 2024-25 scholar community
of ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï’s Reisher Scholars identify as first-generation
data from 2024-25 scholar community
Real Support
Reisher Scholarship: Helping Sophomores and Transfers Reach the Finish Line
The Reisher Scholars Program ¾±²õ²Ô’t just financial support — ¾±³Ù’s a launchpad for your goals. ³Û´Ç³Ü’l±ô join a powerful community of students who lift each other up and push each other forward.Ìý
Eligibility Requirements
There are two different paths to qualify for Reisher.
Continuing Student Scholarship
The Reisher Continuing Scholarship is a 3-year scholarship award (up to 6 semesters of funding). You may be eligible if:
- you’re currently in your first year at ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï and
- you will begin your second year in Fall 2026 and
- you have an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2029
Transfer Student Scholarship
The Reisher Transfer Scholarship is a 2-year scholarship award (up to 4 semesters of funding).Ìý You may be eligible if:
- You are transferring to ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï from a community or junior college in Spring, Summer, or Fall 2026 and
- You have an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2028
All StudentsÌý
To qualify for the Reisher Family Scholarship, all continuing and transfer students must:
- Be a Colorado resident (this includes Native American students under Colorado Senate Bill SB21-029)
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Enroll in at least 12 credits each semester at ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï
- Demonstrate financial need by completing the FAFSAÌý
Apply for Reisher at ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï
Important Reisher Application Dates
- November 1, 2025: ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Universal Scholarship Application opensÌý
- December 1, 2025: FAFSA OpensÌý
- Application workshop(s) (January)Ìý
- Meet & Greet (February)ÌýÌý
- March 18, 2026: Continuing Application ClosesÌý
- Transfer recruitment event(s) (April)Ìý
- May 18, 2026: Transfer Application ClosesÌý
Apply during the spring semester of your freshman year
Apply during the spring you transfer to ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï from a community or junior college
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We’re here to help! You can reach our office at reisher.scholars@unco.edu or schedule a Reisher Interest Meeting. Our Reisher Staff are happy to help:
- answer your questions about the program
- help you determine whether you are eligible
- provide advice on your application
There are two different Reisher Family Scholarships! Determine whether you are eligible for the Continuing or Transfer Student Scholarship:ÌýÌý
- Apply for the Continuing Student Scholarship if you are currently in your first year at ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï and will going into your second year in Fall 2026.ÌýÌý
- App Deadline: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- Apply for the Transfer Student Scholarship if you plan to transfer to ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï from a community college in either Spring, Summer, or Fall of 2026.ÌýÌý
- App Deadline: Monday, May 18, 2026Ìý
To be eligible for the scholarship, both continuing and transfer students must…Ìý
- Be a resident of Colorado (this includes Native American students in accordance with Colorado Senate Bill SB21-029)Ìý
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or aboveÌý
- Enroll in 12 credits during each semester at ÍøÆØ³Ô¹ÏÌý
- Demonstrate financial need through the FAFSAÌý
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To apply, you will need to…
- Fill out the FAFSA for academic year 2026-27
- Complete the ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Universal Scholarship Application, which is available through
- Complete the Reisher Scholarship application
- Four short essay questions
- Graduation plan created with your academic advisor
- If you are selected as a finalist, you will also be invited to complete an interview with the selection committee.
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Applications for the 2025-26 school year open on November 1, 2024 on the ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Universal Scholarship Application. Log on to your account.
Based on eligibility criteria, the Reisher Application should generate in your “Recommended Opportunities” section, however, if it does not then you can do a search in “Our Opportunities” for “Reisher Family Scholarship- Continuing” or “Reisher Family Scholarship-Transfer Student” to access the applications.
Meet Our Team
Sheridan Snapp
Assistant Director of Scholarships and Leadership
Lauren Cline
Scholar Support Coordinator