Opportunity Next
Did you complete high school or the GED in Colorado in 2024? You could qualify to receive a $1500 scholarship to take classes at RRCC during the 2024-2025 academic year!
Thanks to the state Opportunity Next scholarship program, recent Colorado high school graduates can receive up to a $1500 scholarship ($750 for Fall 2024 and $750 for Spring 2025) to use towards tuition, fees, books, and equipment.
To qualify, eligible students must:
- Complete high school or the GED in Colorado in between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024.
- Apply for financial aid. US Citizens and eligible non-citizens: complete the FAFSA. ASSET-eligible/DACA/undocumented students: complete the CASFA state aid application.
- Register for 6 or more credits.
Awards will be prioritized for students pursing what the state considers a high-priority program. To have your account considered a priority, you must:
- Declare one of the high-priority programs listed below.
- Enroll in eligible courses. These are classes that count towards your declared program.
How to get your scholarship:
You don’t need to fill out a separate application for this scholarship! Just follow these easy steps:
- Sign up for classes and apply for financial aid:
- Register for your Fall 2024 classes
- Fill out the FAFSA or CASFA. Learn more about financial aid.
- Check your student email:
- Once you’ve registered and complete the financial aid forms, keep an eye on your student email
- We’ll let you know if you qualify for the scholarship or if there are any other steps you need to take.
- Act Fast!
- Scholarships are given on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible students.
- To increase your chances, get in touch with Admissions, Advising, and Financial Aid as soon as you can.
- Key Dates to Remember:
- Fall 2024 classes start on August 19th.
- The last day to change your declared program is September 4th, 2024.
Follow these steps early to make sure you don't miss out on this great opportunity!
Questions? Email Admissions@rrcc.edu or call 303-914-6600.
High-Priority Programs
Computer And Information Sciences and Support Services
Certificates
- Business Web Applications
- Cisco Network Associate
- Cyber Security
- Desktop Support
- Game Development
- Network & Systems
- Web Development: Front-End
- Web Development: Back-End
- Computer Science
- Engineering and Computer Science
- Software Developer
Degrees:
Associate of Applied Science
- Cyber Security
- Desktop Support
- Game Development
- Network & Systems
- Web Development
- Secure Software Development
Associate of Science
Bachelor or Applied Science
Education
Certificates
- Early Childhood Teacher Certificate
- Early Childhood Director Certificate
- Paraprofessional Educator Certificate
- Infant/Toddler Early Childhood Teacher Certificate
- Early Childhood Assistant Teacher
- Early Childhood Education
Degrees:
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Arts
- Early Childhood Teacher Education AA Degree With Designation
- Elementary Teacher Education AA Designated Degree Requirements
ENGINEERING
- Associate of Engineering Degree – Transfer track to Colorado State University
- Associate of Engineering Degree – Transfer track to Colorado School of Mines
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Certificates
- Engineering Graphics Architectural
- Engineering Graphics Civil
- Engineering Graphics Mechanical
- Intro to AutoCAD
- Revit
- SolidWorks
Degrees: Associate of Applied Science
- Engineering Graphics Architectural
- Engineering Graphics Mechanical
- Water Quality Management Technology
Bachelor of Applied Science
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Certificates
- 288 Hour Journeyman License
- Electrical Installation
- National Electrical Code
- Electrical Codes and Standards
- Residential Construction Electrician
- Construction Electrician
- Advanced Construction Electrician
- Maintenance Electrician
- Introduction to Instrumentation and Controls Technician
- Advanced Instrumentation and Controls Technician
- Advanced Maintenance Electrician
- Post-Degree Specialization for Advanced Construction Electrician
- Post-Degree Specialization for Advanced Maintenance Electrician
- Industrial Network Instrumentation
- Electrician State CEU Renewal
- Plumbing Service Certificate
Degrees: Associate of Applied Science
- Construction Electrician
- Maintenance Electrician
- Construction Electrician/IBEW/NECA
- Power Technology
- Industrial Control & Instrumentation Technology
REPAIR TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS
Certificates
- Air Conditioning-AHRA
- Refrigeration-AHRR
- Refrigeration Level I-AHRR
- Refrigeration Level II-CTHO
- HVAC Fundamentals-AHRF
- HVAC Control Technician-CTHM
- Forced-Air Heating-AHRHH
Degrees: Associate of Applied Science
PRECISION PRODUCTION
Certificates
- Advanced Wood Turner
- Cabinetmaker
- Contemporary Furniture Fundamentals
- Craftsman
- Fine Furniture Craftsman
- Furniture Maker
- Lutherie Artisan
- Lutherie Fundamentals
- Lutherie Technician
- Woodturner
- Woodworking Artisan
- Woodworking Fundamentals
Degree: Associate of Applied Science
HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Certificates
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
- Paramedic
- Echocardiography
- Integrative Health Practitioner
- Energy Medicine
- Reflexology Professional
- Wellness Coaching
- Yoga Teacher Training
- Medical Assisting
- Medical Office Administration
- Medical Billing/Coding
- Nurse Aide
- Phlebotomy
- Computed Tomography
- Magnetic Resonance Image (MRI)
Degrees: Associate of Applied Science
- Emergency Medical Technology
- Paramedicine
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Echocardiography
- Integrative Health Professions
- Medical Assisting
- Radiologic Technology
Approved programs through Warren Tech
These programs are available for current students enrolled at Warren Tech as a recent high school graduate. Contact Kristin.Uhland@rrcc.edu for questions.
Certificates
- Automotive Collision Industry Introduction
- Beginning Auto Collision Non-Structure Repair and Refinish
- Intermediate Auto Collision Non-Structure Repair and Refinish
- Advanced Auto Collision Structure Repair and Refinish
- Industry Prepared Structure, Repair and Refinish
- Automotive Customizing Industry Introduction
- Introduction to High-Performance Vehicles
- Introduction to Custom Painting
- Auto Customization and Performance
- Advanced Auto Customization and Performance
- Maintenance Light Repair
- Auto Service Technician
- Master Auto Service Technician
- Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
- Ox-Fuel Welding and Cutting (OFW and OFC)
- Shield Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Dental Assistant
Degree: Associate of Applied Science
Email Admissions@rrcc.edu or call 303-914-6600 for help completing the steps to register! We’re so excited to see you this fall!