CMC Mountain Scholars Program

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Average hourly pay of a 4-year graduate, compared to $16 average for high school graduates
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Tuition dollars saved by attending 2-year college before transfer to a 4-year school
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of Mountain Scholars earned a Postsecondary Degree, which is 55% higher than national average for first generation students

More than a scholarship

Paying for college is only one part of earning a degree. Mountain Scholars pairs scholarship support with practical guidance and a trusted network of people who are invested in each student’s success.

  • One-on-One Mentoring
  • Academic Coaching
  • Degree and Career Counseling
  • Financial Navigation
  • College and Transfer Navigation
  • Other Additional Support Services

Do I qualify for the Mountain Scholars Program?

  • First generation (neither parent has completed a four-year degree)
  • Local to Summit County
  • Start at Colorado Mountain College (CMC) for at least one year

What’s expected of Mountain Scholar students to receive the scholarship?

  • Meet with community mentor one-on-one at least once a month
  • Provide updates and set goals with mentor and CMC Staff
  • Required to maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5
  • Enrolled in college at CMC or transfer school
Alan-Mendoza

Alan Mendoza

Mountain Scholars Graduate

“My mentor always believes in my goals and aspirations and pushes me to do better and set higher goals for myself. Thanks to the Mountain Scholars Program I had access to several opportunities such as my internship, which offered me a job.”

Dariela-Flores-Alvarado

Dariela Flores Alvarez

Mountain Scholars Graduate

“My greatest accomplishment is to be the first in my family to graduate with my Bachelor’s degree. Mountain Scholars has provided the opportunity to graduate from college debt free. I am proud to say that I have graduated with no financial strain on me.”

Sindell-Perez-Fuentes

Sindell Fuentes Perez

Mountain Scholars Graduate

“Join Mountains Scholars! This program not only provides you the resources to excel in college, but they give you the opportunities to meet new people. Go to the events and workshops, and don’t be afraid to ask for help.”

Select the CMC Mountain Scholars program for you

Summit County

Summit County Mountain Scholars

Contact

Andrea Walker
Student Support Services/Pathways Coordinator
970-989-1304
aswalker@coloradomtn.edu

Steamboat Springs

Steamboat Springs Mountain Scholars

Contact

Amy Phillips
Student Support Services Coordinator
970-870-4533
alphillips@coloradomtn.edu

Donate

Make a gift that lasts a lifetime! Contact Stephanie Beste at sbeste@coloradomtn.edu for information on how you can support our endowment.

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