{"id":27790,"date":"2026-05-28T09:58:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T15:58:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/schools.graniteschools.org\/grangerhigh\/?page_id=27790"},"modified":"2026-09-17T07:29:00","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T13:29:00","slug":"scholarships-financial-aid-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/schools.graniteschools.org\/grangerhigh\/scholarships-financial-aid-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Scholarships & Financial Aid Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Planning for college, technical training, or a career program after high school can feel overwhelming, but there are many resources available to help students pay for school. Scholarships, grants, FAFSA, tuition waivers, and school-specific awards can help reduce the cost of college and career training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students should begin researching scholarships at the start of senior year and continue checking deadlines throughout the year. Many college scholarships require students to apply for admission first, complete a scholarship application, and submit the FAFSA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start Here: Important Steps for Seniors<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Students should complete these steps during senior year:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Apply for college, technical college, or career training programs early.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Complete the FAFSA at StudentAid.gov<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Check each college\u2019s scholarship deadline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Apply for school-specific scholarships.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Apply for statewide Utah scholarships.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Look for local, community, employer, and national scholarships.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Check student email often so important scholarship or financial aid messages are not missed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Ask the college financial aid office for help if you have questions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    FAFSA<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    The FAFSA, or Free Application for Federal Student Aid, is used to determine eligibility for federal grants, work-study, loans, and some scholarships. Many Utah colleges also use FAFSA information for need-based scholarships and grants. Students should complete the FAFSA even if they are not sure they will qualify for aid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    FAFSA Website: StudentAid.gov<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Utah Statewide Scholarships & Aid Programs<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Utah System of Higher Education Scholarships & Aid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    The Utah System of Higher Education provides information about statewide scholarships and aid programs for Utah students. Students should review eligibility requirements carefully because some programs are based on academic preparation, financial need, or technical education pathways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Statewide Scholarships & Aid: USHE Scholarships and Aid Programs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Opportunity Scholarship<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The Opportunity Scholarship is a statewide scholarship program for Utah high school students who complete specific academic requirements. Students must apply during their senior year and should pay close attention to deadlines and email notifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Opportunity Scholarship: Opportunity Scholarship<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Utah Promise Grant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The Utah Promise Grant helps eligible Utah students with financial need access higher education opportunities. Students should complete the FAFSA and work with their college financial aid office to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Utah Promise Grant: Utah Promise Grant<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    First Credential Scholarship<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The First Credential Scholarship, formerly PRIME, supports eligible students working toward a first credential. This may be especially helpful for students interested in technical education or career training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    First Credential Scholarship: First Credential Scholarship<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Utah CTE Scholarships and Tuition Awards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The Utah State Board of Education offers Career and Technical Education scholarships and tuition awards for outstanding Utah CTE students. These awards are connected to participating Utah colleges and technical colleges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    CTE Scholarships: USBE CTE Scholarships and Tuition Awards<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Utah Public Colleges & Universities<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    University of Utah<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    The University of Utah offers merit-based and need-based scholarships for incoming freshman students. Students should review admissions and scholarship deadlines carefully.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: University of Utah Scholarships<\/a>
    Financial Aid:     University of Utah Financial Aid<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Utah State University<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Utah State University offers scholarships for future Aggies, current students, and students at different USU campuses. Admitted students are encouraged to complete the USU General Scholarship Application through ScholarshipUniverse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: USU Scholarships<\/a>
    Future Aggie Scholarships:     USU Future Aggie Scholarships<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Weber State University<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Weber State University offers merit-based and need-based scholarships for new, transfer, and continuing students. Students are encouraged to apply for admission and complete FAFSA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: Weber State Scholarships<\/a>
    Financial Aid:     Weber State Financial Aid<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Southern Utah University<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Southern Utah University offers scholarships, grants, loans, and other forms of financial aid. Students should check SUU\u2019s scholarship and financial aid information for current eligibility and deadlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Financial Aid & Scholarships: SUU Financial Aid<\/a>
    Scholarships:     SUU Scholarships<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Utah Tech University<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Utah Tech University offers freshman academic scholarships for first-time incoming freshmen. Students must be fully admitted by the scholarship deadline for consideration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: Utah Tech Scholarships<\/a>
    Utah Resident Freshman Scholarships:     Utah Tech Resident Freshman Scholarships<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Utah Valley University<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Utah Valley University offers hundreds of scholarship opportunities through ScholarshipUniverse. Students should complete the scholarship application and check both resident and non-resident scholarship options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: UVU Scholarships<\/a>
    Freshman Resident Scholarships:     UVU Freshman Scholarships<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Salt Lake Community College<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Salt Lake Community College offers scholarships, tuition waivers, and third-party scholarship opportunities through ScholarshipUniverse. Students are encouraged to complete the SLCC General Scholarship Application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: SLCC Scholarships<\/a>
    State Scholarships & Tuition Waivers:     SLCC State Scholarships and Tuition Waivers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Snow College<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Snow College offers academic scholarships, performance-based scholarships, private scholarships, and financial aid resources. Students are encouraged to apply early because scholarship funds may be limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: Snow College Scholarships<\/a>
    Financial Aid:     Snow College Financial Aid<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Utah Technical Colleges & Trade Programs<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Technical colleges are a great option for students who want hands-on training, industry certifications, apprenticeships, or faster pathways into the workforce. Many programs offer scholarships, Pell Grant options, payment plans, and employer-sponsored opportunities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Bridgerland Technical College<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Bridgerland Technical College offers financial aid and scholarship opportunities for eligible students. Students can contact the financial aid office or a Student Success Advisor for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: BTECH Scholarships<\/a>
    Financial Aid:     BTECH Financial Aid<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Davis Technical College<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Davis Technical College offers scholarships and financial aid options. Some scholarship awards may cover a portion of tuition and fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: Davis Tech Scholarships<\/a>
    Financial Aid:     Davis Tech Financial Aid<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Dixie Technical College<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Dixie Technical College offers scholarships, Pell Grant guidance, and payment plan options. Students should complete a Dixie Tech application and meet with financial aid advisors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: Dixie Tech Scholarships<\/a>
    Financial Aid:     Dixie Tech Financial Aid<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Mountainland Technical College<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Mountainland Technical College offers scholarships and financial aid resources. Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA and the MTECH General Scholarship Application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: MTECH Scholarships<\/a>
    Financial Aid:     MTECH Financial Aid<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Ogden-Weber Technical College<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Ogden-Weber Technical College offers financial aid and scholarships. OTECH also offers a summer scholarship for graduating seniors that may help students begin training after high school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: OTECH Scholarships<\/a>
    Financial Aid:     OTECH Financial Aid<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Southwest Technical College<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Southwest Technical College offers financial resources including FAFSA, institutional scholarships, veterans benefits, sponsorships, and childcare assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: Southwest Tech Scholarships<\/a>
    Financial Resources:     Southwest Tech Financial Resources<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Tooele Technical College<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Tooele Technical College offers state and private need-based scholarships. Students should work with Student Services or a college advisor to learn how to apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: Tooele Tech Scholarships<\/a>
    Financial Aid Information:     Tooele Tech Financial Aid<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Uintah Basin Technical College<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Uintah Basin Technical College offers multiple scholarships through one online application. Students should review required documents before applying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships & Financial Aid: UBTech Scholarships and Financial Aid<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Utah Private Colleges & Universities<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Brigham Young University<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    BYU offers scholarships for new freshmen, transfer students, continuing students, and other student groups. Students must apply by posted scholarship deadlines, and BYU recommends completing the FAFSA for full scholarship consideration.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: BYU Scholarships<\/a>
    New Freshman Scholarships:     BYU New Freshman Scholarships<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Ensign College<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Ensign College offers scholarships for incoming and current students, including stackable scholarship options. Some Ensign scholarships do not require FAFSA, but FAFSA may help with need-based aid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: Ensign College Scholarships<\/a>
    Financial Aid:     Ensign College Financial Aid<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Westminster University<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Westminster University offers financial aid, merit scholarships, need-based aid, and additional scholarship opportunities. Students are automatically considered for some merit scholarships when they apply for admission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Financial Aid: Westminster Financial Aid<\/a>
    Scholarships:     Westminster Scholarships<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Western Governors University<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Western Governors University offers scholarships for eligible students, including Utah-specific scholarship opportunities. Students apply for WGU scholarships after completing the admissions application process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Scholarships: WGU Scholarships<\/a>
    Utah Partnership Scholarship:     WGU Utah Partnership Scholarship<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Joyce University offers financial aid and scholarship options for students pursuing nursing and health science programs. Students interested in healthcare careers should check program-specific financial aid options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Financial Aid: Joyce University Financial Aid<\/a>
    Scholarships & Grants:     Joyce Scholarships and Grants<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Neumont College of Computer Science<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Neumont offers grants and scholarships for incoming students, with award amounts varying by student qualifications. This may be a good option for students interested in computer science and technology careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Tuition & Aid: Neumont Tuition and Aid<\/a>
    Scholarships & Grants:     Neumont Scholarships and Grants<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions offers internal scholarships and financial aid support, especially for students pursuing health professions programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Financial Aid: RMU Financial Aid<\/a>
    Scholarships:     RMU Scholarships<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Scholarship Search Tools<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Students should also search for scholarships outside of colleges. Many scholarships come from local organizations, employers, community groups, foundations, and national scholarship databases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Recommended Scholarship Search Websites<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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