Fort Lewis students

Many students who apply to
Fort Lewis College by April 1st
are eligible for a Merit Scholarship. This scholarship renews each year for students who maintain a 3.0 GPA and
take 30 credits annually.

Fort Lewis Merit Scholarship

The deadline is April 1 -- so get your application in soon!

Fort Lewis Merit Scholarship for Colorado Residents
  • For residents of Colorado
  • $500 annual award to students with a 92 to 100 index
  • $1,000 annual award to students with a 101 index or greater
  • Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits,
    whichever comes first
  • Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits
    per academic year

Fort Lewis Merit Scholarship for Non-Colorado Residents 
  • For students who don't live in a WUE state
  • $1,000 annual award to students with a 92 to 100 index
  • $2,000 annual award to students with 101 index or greater
  • Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first
  • Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits
    per academic year

How to apply:
  • Apply to Fort Lewis College and pay the $30 application fee. Apply online or download a printable copy.
  • Send official High School transcripts to:
    Office of Admission
    Fort Lewis College
    1000 Rim Drive
    Durango, CO 81301
  • Submit an official copy of your ACT and/or SAT score report to Fort Lewis, using test codes 0510 and 4310 respectively. The TOEFL code is 4310.
  • Deadline April 1st postmarked
  • Questions? Contact your Fort Lewis Admission Counselor.

* Residents of WUE states are eligible for WUE scholarships. WUE states include AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, NV, NM, ND, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY