University of Denver Scholarships

Scholarships to DU are life changing, bridging the gap between ambition, merit and equitable access.

Through scholarships, DU can effectively recruit and retain stellar students who are difference-makers, thinkers and leaders committed to leaving the world better than they found it. Scholarships enable us to welcome and empower students who represent the best of everything DU is and aims to be.

Even still, there is an average financial hurdle of $6,400 standing between a student and transforming their dream of obtaining a DU degree into a reality.

Hear from DU students what receiving a scholarship means to them and their journey at DU:

• For Christian, donor-supported scholarships have done more than just make college accessible, “Being a first-generation college student, attending university is more than just an academic pursuit - it is an opportunity to break barriers and create new opportunities for myself and for my family,” (Christian, BA '26).
• Donor supported scholarships don't just make college more accessible, they make it more impactful. "This scholarship has been such a blessing. It relieved financial pressure and allowed me the room to combine my passion for real estate with an interest in global cultures. Thanks to donor support, I was able to take an international immersion course, which I never thought was possible. I’m grateful to the donors who are helping me pursue my dreams and make the most of my time at DU," (Kate, MSBA '25).
• "This scholarship removed the financial barriers that once stood between me and my love for art. Because of donors like you, I can pursue a degree that allows me to fulfill my life’s passion," (Madison, BFA ‘27). Making a gift to scholarships at DU ensures that more students like Madison can achieve their dreams.

An anonymous donor has generously pledged to match all eligible gifts to the University of Denver Scholarship Fund, dollar for dollar, up to $10,000! This incredible opportunity allows your contribution to go twice as far, creating lasting change and transforming a student’s life and future.

Your gift today transforms a student’s tomorrow. Be the difference-maker with a gift to scholarships.