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The Colorado Free Application Days campaign is an initiative designed to inspire more Coloradans to continue their education.

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Need money for your education after high school, but not sure where to start? Our FAFSA and CASFA resources are a great starting point.

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FAFSA o CASFA

¿Necesita dinero para su educación después de la secundaria, pero no está seguro de por dónde empezar? Nuestros recursos FAFSA y CASFA son un excelente punto de partida.

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Colorado Re-Engaged

Governor Polis and the Colorado Department of Higher Education Celebrate First Graduates of CORE Initiative

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Strategic Plan: Building Skills in an Evolving Economy

CDHE released the new Strategic Plan: Building Skills for an Evolving Economy.

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The FosterEd program provides free tuition to current and former foster students at all of Colorado’s public colleges and universities.

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Governor Polis and Department of Higher Education Announce Waived College Application Fees Oct. 15-17

DENVER – To encourage Coloradans to continue their education, Governor Jared Polis and the Department of Higher Education announced today that all 32 public colleges and universities in Colorado and several private institutions will allow students to apply for free from Tuesday, Oct. 15 through Thursday, Oct.

Colorado Launches General Education Completion Credential

 

Colorado Department of Higher Education recognizes the state’s top teacher candidates in sixth annual Future Educator Honor Roll event

DENVER – May 7, 2024: The Colorado Department of Higher Education honored Colorado’s future educators at an in-person event on Monday, May 6 as part of Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6-10).
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Governor Polis' Bold Goals: More Housing Now, Strengthening Colorado's Schools, Making Colorado One of the Top Ten Safest States, Strengthening Higher Education and Colorado's Workforce, Saving People Even More Money on Healthcare and Behavioral care, Achieving 100% Renewable Energy by 2040, Supporting Hardworking Colorado Families, Responsible Government for Fiscal Year 2024 to 2025
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We support students, advocate and develop policies to maximize higher education opportunities for all.
 

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All Coloradans will have an education beyond high school to pursue their dreams and improve our communities.

 

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