Scholarships

Scholarships

Please look over the scholarships we offer—it could be the perfect financial boost you need to help finance your college education. Then use the Online Scholarship Application to connect to AwardSpring, our new scholarship program that makes applying for your scholarships easier than ever before!

Cordova-Wentling Scholarship in Memory of Mona Becerra-Garibay

• Cordova-Wentling Scholarship Application
  Qualified OJC Student - Scholarship Deadline: March 1, 2021
  This $1,000 scholarship is given annually to a La Junta High School graduate enrolled as a full-time student at Otero Junior College with plans to earn an associate degree in any transfer or career program related to teaching. The criteria for the scholarship are based on financial need, academic merit, Hispanic heritage, school and community involvement.

2021–2022 Classified Employees Scholarship:

• Classified Employees Scholarship
  The Otero Junior College State Classified Employees are offering one scholarship of $1,000 ($500 per semester) for the 2021-2022 year to a qualified returning OJC sophomore.
  Fall 2021 Application Deadline: April 30, 2021.

President's Leadership Scholarship:

• President's Leadership Program—About the Program and Online Application

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship:

• Jack Kent Cooke Foundation's Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship—About the Program and How to Apply
  
  The Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship is a highly selective scholarship for the nation’s top community college students seeking to complete their bachelor’s degrees at four-year colleges or universities.
  
  Each award is intended to cover a significant share of the student’s educational expenses – including tuition, living expenses, books and required fees – for the final two to three years necessary to achieve a bachelor’s degree.

 

New 2021–2022 Scholarships

Scholarship Name (in alphabetical order)	Qualifications	Duration	Amount
Ashley Rochelle Abel Nursing Scholarship	3.0+ gpa, Nursing student, 5 hrs community service	School Year	$500
Boundless Opportunity Scholarship	Full-time non-traditional students, 23 yrs or older, Satisfactory Academic Progress, Demonstrate financial need.	School Year	$2,000
Central Colorado Educational Trust Scholarship	Graduate from SE Colo H.S., full-time student, Agricultural emphasis,	School Year	$1000
Chapter GM P.E.O. Scholarship	Full-time female student, 2.5+ gpa, La Junta, Cheraw, Swink H.S. graduate.	School Year	$500
Classified Employees Scholarship	Qualified returning OJC sophomore only, 3.0+ gpa, Full time student. One scholarship of $1000, ($500 per semester).	Semester	$500
Colley Scholarship (STEM)	AS degree in STEM field, 3.0+ gpa, full-time student	up to Two Years	$2,500 yr
Colorado Scholars 3.0 Scholarship - High School (High School Students After 2021 Graduation)	Colorado residents only, 3.0+ gpa, Graduating High School Students or First Time College Students ONLY	Semester	$1000
Colorado Scholars 3.0 Scholarship - Transfer or College	Colorado residents only, 3.0+ gpa, Current OJC Students or Transfer Students ONLY	Semester	$1000
Colorado Opportunity Scholarship	Full-time students, income qualifications, apply to TRiO program	Semester	up to $1500
Conley Memorial Scholarship	Full-time student, 2.5+ gpa, ASG or Athletics or Political Science/History major.	up to Two Years	Variable
E.E. Bruegel Memorial Scholarship	Graduate of Las Animas H.S.	School Year	$300
The Franzman Nursing Scholarship	2.5+ gpa, AAS Nursing student	School Year	$1,500
The Franzman Family Scholarship	2.5+ gpa	School Year	$1000
The Freda T. Roof Scholarship	Financial need	School Year	Variable
Jo Lynn Dutton Peters Scholarship	Full-time female student, 2.5+ gpa, Graduate of L.J., Swink, or Cheraw H.S.	School Year	$500
Kane Family 2 Year Merit	Colo Resident, 3.25+ gpa, seek associate degree within 2 consecutive years	Two Years	Variable
Kay Mahoney Scholarship	Healthcare Program at OJC, 3.2+ gpa, commitment to community service.	School Year	Variable
National Western Stock Show Scholarship	2.0 min semester gpa & 3.0 gpa cumulative, students majoring in any agricultural science field, rural medicine, or veterinary medicine.	Semester	$1750
OJC Agriculture 2.5 Scholarship	2.5+ gpa, Agriculture emphasis	Semester	$750
OJC Ag Premier Scholarship	Agricultural involvement, enrolled in an OJC ag science course	School Year	up to $1,500
OJC Arts Scholarship	Full-time student, 3.0 + gpa, Arts emphasis	Semester	$1150
OJC Cosmetology Scholarship	Colorado residents only, 2.5+ gpa First time student, or 3.0 + gpa OJC Student, Cosmetology emphasis	Semester	$750 - $1000
OJC Math and Science Scholarship	3.0+ gpa, be majoring in math or science, high school seniors, will also pay $150.00 per semester for college related expenses	School Year	$1000
Robert Hoag Rawlings Scholarship	2.5+ gpa, journalism or business emphasis, students from 18-county Southeastern Colorado area	School Year	$2000
Vera and Alan Shand Scholarship	Full-time student, 3.0 + gpa, pursuing a degree in education, priority given to students graduating from Lower Arkansas Valley. Full-time student, 3.0 + gpa, pursuing a degree in nursing and accepted into the OJC Nursing Program.	Semester Semester	$1000 $1250
Twilla Anderson Scholarship	Full-time student, 3.0 + gpa, graduated from La Junta High School, participated in at least one sport and belonged to minimum of one club or organization their senior year.	School Year	$500
Wickham Family Scholarship	Full-time student pursuing a degree in the Engineering field or Math/Science, 3.0+ gpa	School Year	$500

Online Scholarship Application

International Student Scholarships

Franzman International Scholarship

This scholarship is offered by Seth and Barbara Franzman for the benefit of a deserving second-year (sophomore) international student to assist with funds necessary to continue their education at Otero Junior College, and to promote a positive international culture in the College community.

International Academic/Leadership Scholarship*

Current OJC international students who have received the distinction of being on the President’s List, have demonstrated leadership and have been active in community service can apply for this scholarship award of $500 toward the following semester at OJC.

International Spirit Scholarship Application*

Current OJC international students who have received the distinction of being on the Institutional Recognition Honors List, have been active in community service and have demonstrated and fostered opportunities to reach across cultural borders to promote international understanding can apply for this scholarship award of $250 toward the following semester at OJC.

Student Life Scholarship

A $500 per semester tuition scholarship to students who select to live in OJC on-campus housing and participate in Student Life activities and events.

*These scholarships are made possible from the proceeds of the International Foods Night Event in the spring term. Thank you to everyone who has supported and continues to support this program!

Colorado Scholarships

Colorado Scholars Program - Scholarships of tuition are available to Colorado residents only who have a cumulative high school grade point average 3.00 or better (High School Scholarship) or 3.00 or better from OJC or previous college (College Scholarship). Student must be enrolled full-time at OJC. These scholarships are also available to returning OJC sophomore students who have maintained at least a 3.00 cumulative GPA.

Applications must be received by the Director of Financial Aid by August 1st. Awards are made depending upon the availability of funds and will be supplemented by the Colorado Student Grant if the student receives both awards. (Funds from the Colorado Scholars Program are not available for the summer term).

Community Sponsored Scholarships

• Arkansas Valley Board of Realtors Scholarship
• La Junta Rotary Club Scholarship
• EE Bruegel Memorial

For Information on how to apply for these scholarships please contact the Director of Financial Aid at Otero Junior College.

Private Donor Scholarships

The are a number of scholarships established by individuals and organizations interested in the welfare of OJC and its students. Eligibility for these awards varies according to the donor's wishes. Please contact the Director of Financial Aid to find out more about Private Donor Scholarships. Also, click below to see currently available scholarships.

For Information on how to apply for these scholarships please contact the Director of Financial Aid at Otero Junior College.

General Scholarships

• Student Scholarship Search
  Explore new scholarships, grants, and other opportunities in this directory where you can browse and search without having to divulge any personal information.

• Scholarship Points
  In exchange for filling out surveys, making YouTube videos, and other whimsical activities, students who register for Scholarship Points can win a thousand dollars from our random drawing every month.