Opportunity Next
Opportunity Next helps students from the Class of 2024 (and equivalent completers, like someone who earned their GED) gain the skills necessary to make it in the careers powering Colorado forward. Opportunity Next was created the state of Colorado allocated $25,000,000 to accelerate skill development among graduating high school seniors. Our goal now is to make sure you know about and are prepared to succeed in Colorado’s fast-growing purpose-driven careers.
Who is eligible to receive scholarship funding from Opportunity Next?
In order to be eligible for a scholarship, you must:
- Be a Class of 2024 high school graduate.
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) / Colorado Application for State Financial Aid (CASFA) (must be submitted to be awarded, but you don't need to demonstrate financial need)
- Get assistance completing the 2024-2025 FAFSA at a FAFSA Lab at the ACC Littleton Campus - Mondays from 1-6pm.
- Apply to ACC
- Enroll in a minimum in 6 credits in one of the eligible programs or apprenticeships at ACC for Fall 2024.
- Students who complete the first 4 steps will be auto awarded $1500 scholarship and no additional application is required. ACC will award students until the allocated funds are exhausted. Currently there are funds for approximately 700 students.
This one-time scholarship of up to $1,500 per learner can help cover tuition, fees, books, and equipment in the 2024-2025 academic year, and will prioritize those who pursue a high-priority pathway.
High Priority Pathways at ACC
- Computer and Information Science
- Computer Information Systems: Business AAS
- Computer Information Systems: Computer Support AAS
- Computer Network Technology: Network Security AAS
- Computer Science Transfer AS
- Cybersecurity AAS
- Game Design & Development AAS
- Robotics and Automation Technology AAS
- Secure Software Development AAS
- Computer Information Systems Certificate
- Computer Network Technology Certificate
- Computer Technician Certificate
- Construction
- Education
- Engineering and Technology
- Family and Social Science
- Health
- Health Information Technology AAS
- Medical Laboratory Technology AAS
- Mortuary Science AAS
- Nursing AAS
- Paramedicine AAS
- Physical Therapist Assistant AAS
- Public Health Transfer AA
- EMT Certificate
- Medical Assistant Certificate
- Medical Office Administrative Assistant Certificate
- Nurse Aide Certificate
- Paramedic Certificate
- Paramedic Preparation Certificate
- Phlebotomy Certificate
- Transportation
We live in a state with one of the top economies in America. To continue to offer great opportunities for the next generation of Coloradans, there are key industries we need to grow. Whether it's one of these or another career path, Opportunity Next is here to help you reach your education and career goals.
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