Cost & Financial Aid

Cost & Financial Aid

Cost & Financial Aid

The following are tuition and fees related to attending UCCS and receiving services through the Office of Inclusive Services. All fees below are per semester.

 

Tuition as of Fall 2023  

Undergraduate tuition for 9 credits (approx 3 classes)

*COF may provide approximately $800 toward tuition for qualifying students

 $4049*
Estimated Fees for UCCS Spring 2023  
UCCS fees are mandatory and cover services that include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Student activity fee
  • Wellness and recreation center 
  • Technology services
  • University center fee
  • Student event fee
  • Safety and transportation fee
 $800**
**This amount is approximate and may change based on the courses the student takes  
Office of Inclusive Services Fees 
 		  

Charge for Service

This fee covers specialized courses and all individualized social and academic supports provided to the student 

Options for payment: 

  • Students are responsible for paying this fee 
  • Students are encouraged to seek scholarships
 $3500

Inclusive Skills Training Fee 

This fee covers all employment services 
 

Options for payment: 

  • This fee is covered by DVR for students who qualify 
  • The OIS has a limited number of scholarships that can be used to cover this fee if the student has financial need. These scholarships are on a semester-by-semester basis 
  • If the student does not qualify for DVR and does not receive a scholarship from the OIS, the student will be responsible for paying this fee
 $3000

Independent Living Fee. 

This fee is for students living in the Lookout at Cragmor who require more than the standard 6 hours per week of independent living services.

This fee provides an additional 6 hours of individual independent living support per week throughout the semester. 

Options for payment: 

  • The student is responsible for paying this fee 
  • Families are encouraged to seek services through a PASA to provide services 
 $1200

 

 

Resources for Funding University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Financial Aid:

The Office of Inclusive Services is a federally designated Comprehensive Transition Program (CTP) for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The certificate and curriculum were approved by the U.S. Department of Education. 

As a CTP, our students are eligible to complete the FAFSA and receive certain forms of federal financial aid, including Pell grants and work-study funds. 

FAFSA—How to Apply https://finaid.uccs.edu/about-financial-aid/how-to-apply

The following links can help you have some background for students who are apart of CTP programs around the country.  

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Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR):

Colorado DVR helps individuals with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain employment by providing a range of services based on individual employment needs and goals.   All services are determined, coordinated, and provided based on an established employment goal. Please visit the Colorado DVRs website for additional information at https://dvr.colorado.gov/.

Private Student Loans:

Please visit the Financial Aid website at https://finaid.uccs.edu/types-of-aid/educational-loans/alt15.

Scholarships

NDSS Scholarship:

The National, Down Syndrome Society, has an exciting scholarship opportunity for students with Down syndrome. The mission of the O'Neill Tabani Enrichment Fund is to offer financial assistance to young adults with Down syndrome - 18 and older - who are continuing to enrich their lives by taking classes or enrolling in postsecondary educational programs. Read more and download the application here. 

Ruby's Rainbow Scholarship:

The mission at Ruby's Rainbow is to grant scholarships to adults with Down syndrome who are seeking post-secondary education, enrichment or vocational classes. It is the goal to create awareness of the capabilities of these amazing individuals and help them achieve their dreams of higher education. Apply here for the next school year.

Ethan Saylor Memorial Scholarship:

Ethan Saylor had many passions during his 26 years of life. Whether it was rocking out to music, working with Law Enforcement or playing the guitar, when Ethan wanted to do something, nothing was going to stop him.

Each year the NDSS awards a $500 scholarship to an individual who embodies the same energy that Ethan carried with him. The scholarship is designed to help give individuals with Down syndrome a way to pursue their quests, regardless of any perceived limitations. This award will be given annually to those who display the same drive and determination to pursue their dreams. Apply here.

The Colorado Springs Down Syndrome Association:

The Colorado Springs Down Syndrome Association has established a higher education scholarship to help fund students from the Pikes Peak Region who have Down syndrome. Learn more and apply here.

Think College:

Visit the Think College website to find out more information on paying for college!

 

Nick Harmon Inclusive Scholarship Fund 

To provide scholarship awards for non-degree-seeking students enrolled at UCCS and who access services in the Office of Inclusive Services (OIS).  This scholarship is for current OIS students and is applied for internally. If you're interested in it, please email ckasa@uccs.edu.