Colorado Access to Education Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Amy G Law Firm

Our belief
We believe everyone deserves a fair chance to build a better future for themselves, their families, and their communities. Education is not a privilege for a few — it’s a basic right and the foundation of a healthy, creative, and just society. That’s why the Amy G Injury Firm has supported students through the Access to Education Scholarship for eight years.

About the scholarship
Each year we award one student $1,000 for the most thoughtful, original proposal on how to expand access to higher education. We’re looking for clear thinking about why broader access matters to our nation and the world, and for practical, creative ideas that could help make higher education more inclusive.

Who should apply
The 2026 Amy G Injury Firm Access to Education Scholarship is open to students currently enrolled in any accredited U.S. degree or certificate program, including:
- Vocational programs
- Community or junior colleges
- Four‑year undergraduate programs
- Graduate programs

GED holders and students who are about to graduate high school but will be attending college-level study are also eligible. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Ideal candidates will be able to:
- Explain the role of higher education in our culture
- Describe how broader access benefits all segments of society
- Offer concrete ideas for increasing inclusion of underrepresented groups

How to apply
Complete the form below and attach the following materials:
- Resume: up-to-date contact information and clear statement of your current program level and student status
- Academic transcript: most recent transcript (unofficial is acceptable). Freshmen may submit an unofficial transcript from their most recent institution plus any documentation available from their current school
- Essay: an original essay of approximately 750 words on the role of higher education in society and your ideas for expanding access to a wider range of demographic groups. Please use Times New Roman, 12-point font. PDF is preferred.

Notes
- Make sure your transcript shows the required GPA.
- Focus your essay on ideas that are realistic and well-reasoned; we value clarity and practical thinking as much as creativity.
- Use the submission form below to upload all documents.

If you have questions about eligibility or the application process, contact us before submitting. We want this opportunity to be accessible — so ask if you need clarification.