Financial Aid and Funding Support

Explore ways to get help paying for school, covering unexpected expenses or accessing basic needs support. These programs are available to ÐÔÊӽ紫ý students and are here to help you stay on track academically and personally.Ìý

FAFSA and CASFA

FAFSA: Parental Information Exemption

If you’re a student who can’t access family financial support, you may be able to request a parental information exemption on your FAFSA. This lets you submit the FAFSA without your parents’ tax information.

CASFA (Colorado Application for State Financial Aid)

Colorado residents who are eligible under Colorado Advancing Students for a Stronger Economy Tomorrow (ASSET) can apply for state and university financial aid each year starting Oct. 1 by completing the CASFA. The first time you log in to access the application, you’ll create an account with the Colorado Department of Higher Education.

Need help? Contact the Office of Financial Aid for guidance and support through both processes.

Student Relief Fund

The ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Student Relief Fund provides temporary financial support for students who cannot access federal or state financial aid and are experiencing a financial hardship.

Students with ASSET or DACA status are encouraged to apply.

  • Students may apply up to three times per year
  • Not intended for ongoing or recurring expenses
  • Awards are grants, so they do not need to be repaid

Processing timeline:

  • Applications reviewed monthly (typically 10–14 days)
  • DACA renewal fee requests usually processed in under five days
  • Supporting documentation may be requested to help determine financial needÌý

Emergency Funding

This fund provides short‑term support for students experiencing a crisis that could impact their semester.

  • Funds are limited and not designed for ongoing expenses.
  • Not all applications are approved, even if eligibility is met.

Questions? Contact the Office of the Dean of Students.

This fund helps ÐÔÊӽ紫ý graduate students cover unexpected, emergency expenses that arise during their degree program.Ìý

Basic Needs Support

The Basic Needs Center at ÐÔÊӽ紫ý is dedicated to helping students access essential resources such as food, housing and emergency financial support. Whether you’re facing unexpected challenges or just need a little extra help, the center offers a welcoming environment and connects you with the support you need to thrive on campus.

Resources include but are not limited to: