CASFA - Colorado Application for State Financial Aid
CASFA - Solicitud de Ayuda Financiera Estatal de Colorado
State aid is available for Colorado ASSET students including those without lawful immigration status
The Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) has an application to apply for state financial aid for the upcoming 2026-27 school year for Colorado ASSET students. If you are not eligible for the FAFSA, by submitting the CASFA*, students are considered for state financial aid and other scholarships.
*Additional documentation may be requested after your initial application is processed, for these funds to be awarded.
Students ineligible to complete the FAFSA, who are not eligible for Federal Student Aid or undocumented students, should complete the Colorado Application for State Financial aid (CASFA) using CMC's school code (004506) as early as possible.
We encourage students to apply early since funds are limited and awarded on a first come, first served basis.
If you need assistance with the CASFA contact finaid@coloradomtn.edu or 970-947-8322 with questions.
Once you have completed your application, your Student Aid Index (SAI) will be calculated and sent to Colorado Mountain College. Your SAI determines your eligibility for need-based financial aid.
Stay Updated. Monitor your student account and email. Please respond quickly to new items to ensure timely processing of your application.
CASFA Checklist
Complete the online CMC Admissions Application.
Complete the Colorado Application for State Financial aid (CASFA) beginning October 1st each year.
Read the CMC Financial Aid Policies.
Respond promptly to CMC's request for additional required documents in BASECAMP, log in required.
Review Awards on BASECAMP.
Apply for scholarships.
If you have any questions regarding your Financial Aid Package, eligibility requirements or process, do not hesitate to Contact the Office of Financial Aid.
FAQ: Colorado Application for State Financial aid
CASFA is a safe, easy way to apply for state financial aid if you are a Colorado ASSET (Advancing Students for a Stronger Tomorrow) student.
Non-U.S. citizens and those that are not permanent residents of the U.S. can use the CASFA to apply for institutional aid.
The 2025-26 CASFA is available for completion. The 2026-27 CASFA is expected to be available beginning October 1, 2025.
Non-U.S. citizens and those that are not permanent residents of the U.S. can use the CASFA to apply for institutional aid.
State aid, including grants and work-study funds, help open the door to higher education for students who have attended high school in Colorado but who are not eligible for federal financial aid.
Depending on your circumstances, you may need the following information or documents as you fill out the CASFA:
- 2023 Federal income tax returns for the 2025-26 application.
- Dependent students will need both your parent and your tax information
- Independent students will need your spouse (if applicable) and your tax information
Please contact the Colorado Mountain College Office of Financial Aid at finaid@coloradomtn.edu or 970-945-8691 x8322 for any specific questions about the application.
For any technical issues with your CASFA account, contact CASFA@dhe.state.co.us. Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) will not be able to answer detailed questions about the application at this time.