{"id":29,"date":"2021-07-12T16:45:57","date_gmt":"2021-07-12T16:45:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/collegeinv.wpengine.com\/?page_id=29"},"modified":"2025-05-14T10:25:56","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T10:25:56","slug":"collegeinvest-529-scholarship-colorado","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.collegeinvest.org\/collegeinvest-529-scholarship-colorado\/","title":{"rendered":"CollegeInvest 529 Scholarship"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Hero Section&#8221; module_class=&#8221;hero-section page-529-scholarship&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; da_exit_intent=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_close=&#8221;on&#8221; da_alt_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_dark_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_not_modal=&#8221;on&#8221; da_is_singular=&#8221;off&#8221; da_with_loader=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_shadow=&#8221;on&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; animation_direction=&#8221;bottom&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Hero Content&#8221; module_class=&#8221;headline h1-dark&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>CollegeInvest 529 Scholarship Program<\/h1>\n<p>The 529 Scholarship Program is now closed.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; animation_direction=&#8221;right&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.collegeinvest.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Scholarship-Hero@2x.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;Scholarship-Hero&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Scholarship-Hero@2x&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Sidebar Section&#8221; module_class=&#8221;sidebar-section sidebar-last-row page-529-scholarship&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_enable_color=&#8221;off&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.collegeinvest.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/sidebar-remove-line.png&#8221; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; da_exit_intent=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_close=&#8221;on&#8221; da_alt_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_dark_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_not_modal=&#8221;on&#8221; da_is_singular=&#8221;off&#8221; da_with_loader=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_shadow=&#8221;on&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;3_5,2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; animation_direction=&#8221;bottom&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Content&#8221; module_class=&#8221;content-sbs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>CollegeInvest 529 Scholarship Program for the 2024 &#8211; 2025 school year<\/h2>\n<p><strong>The application period is closed.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>What is the CollegeInvest 529 Scholarship Program?<\/h2>\n<p>This is a great opportunity for students or adults looking to go to college or vocational school for the first time, those planning to go back to school, or looking to change careers.<\/p>\n<p>The Scholarship award is for one year only.<\/p>\n<p>Applicants may re-apply for each year the Beneficiary is enrolled in a post-secondary institution, and otherwise meet the eligibility requirements, and potentially receive a $2,000 scholarship for up to four awards ($8,000 maximum in total). Only one Scholarship per student\/Beneficiary per year, even if they are the student\/Beneficiary of more than one CollegeInvest account.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; animation_direction=&#8221;right&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][cumo_side_item icon=&#8221;https:\/\/www.collegeinvest.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/quick-link.svg&#8221; icon_alt=&#8221;Blue link icon&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"title\">quick links<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Terms &amp; Conditions<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_side_item][cumo_side_item icon=&#8221;https:\/\/www.collegeinvest.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/phone-icon.svg&#8221; icon_alt=&#8221;Blue phone icon&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"title\">Call us<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"tel\"><a href=\"tel:+800.448.2424\">800.448.2424<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Mon &#8211; Fri 8am to 5pm (MST)<\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_side_item][cumo_side_item icon=&#8221;https:\/\/www.collegeinvest.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/email-icon-v1.svg&#8221; icon_alt=&#8221;Blue email icon&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"title\">email us<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: Scholarship@collegeinvest.org\">Send us an email<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_side_item][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Log in to your 529 Scholarship account:&#8221; module_class=&#8221;text-above-button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Log in to your 529 Scholarship account:<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/scholarship.collegeinvest.org\/&#8221; 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_builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; animation_direction=&#8221;right&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Tab Content&#8221; module_class=&#8221;tab-content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>applicant requirements<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>You must be a Colorado resident<\/li>\n<li>Must be returning and received scholarship in the past to be eligible<\/li>\n<li>You must be the owner of a CollegeInvest 529 College Savings account<\/li>\n<li>You must complete the FAFSA (we do not accept confirmation receipt pages or password protected documents)<\/li>\n<li>You must have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) up to $45,000<\/li>\n<li>You must not be eligible to receive a Federal Pell Grant. <strong>Note<\/strong>: If your SAR says \u201cyou may be eligible to receive a Federal Pell Grant\u201d, you are not eligible for the 529 Scholarship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Tab Content&#8221; module_class=&#8221;tab-content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Student requirements<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must be the Beneficiary of the CollegeInvest 529 College Savings account<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Must be returning and received scholarship in the past to be eligible<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must be enrolled <\/span><b>FULL TIME<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in an accredited post-secondary institution (public or private college, university, trade or vocational school across the country) in an undergraduate or graduate degree, or certificate program for the <\/span><b>Fall Semester<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the program year<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must be in <b>FULL TIME<\/b> student status when the CollegeInvest 529 Scholarship Program is awarded<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Tab Content&#8221; 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See <a href=\"\/images\/pdfs\/529 Scholarship Program Terms and Conditions - 2024 FINAL 7.18.24.pdf\">Terms &amp; Conditions<\/a> for application dates.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Matching GR Checklist Section&#8221; module_class=&#8221;number-cards no-background page-529-scholarship&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; da_exit_intent=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_close=&#8221;on&#8221; da_alt_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_dark_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_not_modal=&#8221;on&#8221; da_is_singular=&#8221;off&#8221; da_with_loader=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_shadow=&#8221;on&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; animation_direction=&#8221;bottom&#8221; 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admin_label=&#8221;Double Promo Content&#8221; module_class=&#8221;double-promo page-529-scholarship&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.collegeinvest.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/sidebar-remove-line.png&#8221; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; da_exit_intent=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_close=&#8221;on&#8221; da_alt_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_dark_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_not_modal=&#8221;on&#8221; da_is_singular=&#8221;off&#8221; da_with_loader=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_shadow=&#8221;on&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; animation_direction=&#8221;bottom&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; 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global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>New applicants<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\">The 529 Scholarship Program is closed to new applicants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; animation_direction=&#8221;right&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Card&#8221; module_class=&#8221;card-second&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Previous applicants<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\">Be sure to have checked the eligibility requirements for the current program year above.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\">When you\u2019re ready, log in to your existing CollegeInvest 529 Scholarship Program account to apply for the upcoming school year.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"2\">You can also log into your account to check your application status or Scholarship history.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"button-underline\" href=\"https:\/\/scholarship.collegeinvest.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Log in<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; 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_builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_button button_text=&#8221;Awards &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Tab Content Description 1&#8243; module_class=&#8221;tab-content-description&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_style=&#8221;slide&#8221; animation_direction=&#8221;bottom&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;How do I find out more information about the 529 Scholarship?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>You can find more information in our <a href=\"\/collegeinvest-529-scholarship-colorado\/collegeinvest-529-scholarship-program-terms-conditions\/\">Terms and Conditions<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_faq_item][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;I logged in to my account but do not see the 529 Scholarship information.  Why not?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>You probably logged into Direct Portfolio, Scholars Choice or Smart Choice which means you have logged into the wrong portal to see the 529 Scholarship account.<\/p>\n<p>529 Scholarship has its own portal at <a href=\"https:\/\/scholarship.collegeinvest.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> https:\/\/scholarship.collegeinvest.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_faq_item][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Tab Content Description 2&#8243; module_class=&#8221;tab-content-description faq-wrapper&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;Why don\u2019t I see the application?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The Application Form is only available during the annual application period (typically August through September)<\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_faq_item][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;Do I have to reapply each year or am I automatically reenrolled?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>You have to reapply each year and submit the required documents. If you don\u2019t apply, you are not eligible for the award.<\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_faq_item][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;What documents do I need to upload to apply?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;FAQ Item&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>You will need a copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) website saved in PDF form and a copy of the Enrollment Verification saved as a PDF.<\/p>\n<p>We will not accept any SAR\u2019s that are password protected.<\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_faq_item][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;Where do I find my EFC (Expected Family Contribution)?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;FAQ Item&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Your EFC is located on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) report.<\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_faq_item][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;If my EFC is $45,000, can I still apply?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;FAQ Item&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes, your EFC must be $45,000 or lower to apply.<\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_faq_item][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;Where do I get the Enrollment Verification?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;FAQ Item&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>You can get an Enrollment Verification from the schools registers office or from the Student Clearing House at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.studentclearinghouse.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.studentclearinghouse.org\/<\/a> ***No other documents will be accepted as Enrollment Verification***<\/p>\n<p>We will not accept any Enrollment Verifications that are password protected.<\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_faq_item][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;When I log into the National Student Clearinghouse it has listed the spring semester enrollment, will this work as the student verification?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;FAQ Item&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>No, we need the fall semester. 529 Scholarship is not a first come, first serve program.\u00a0 You may need to wait a week or two for National Student Clearinghouse to update their website with the fall enrollment information.<\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_faq_item][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;If I am a graduate school student, am I eligible for the scholarship?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;FAQ Item&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes, both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible for the scholarship.<\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_faq_item][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Tab Content Description 3&#8243; module_class=&#8221;tab-content-description&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;How many years does my CollegeInvest college savings account need to be open to be eligible to apply?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The account has to be opened and maintained a minimum of 4 years to be eligible to apply.<\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_faq_item][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;How much do I have to have in my account as of the close of the application period?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>On the last day of the application period (see full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.collegeinvest.org\/images\/pdfs\/529%20Scholarship%20Program%20Terms%20and%20Conditions%20-%202021%20%20FINAL%207.8.21.pdf\">Terms &amp; Conditions<\/a> for dates) you must have at least $2,000 in your account.<\/p>\n<p>Returning Scholars may apply for a one-time minimum account balance requirement waiver. By using the one-time minimum balance requirement waiver, the Beneficiary becomes ineligible to apply for the 529 Scholarship in the future.<\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_faq_item][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Tab Content Description 4&#8243; module_class=&#8221;tab-content-description&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;How do I know I am eligible for the award?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>You will receive email confirmation from CollegeInvest indicating that you are eligible for the scholarship.<\/p>\n<p>[\/cumo_faq_item][cumo_faq_item question=&#8221;I\u2019m eligible for an award.  Does that guarantee me the award?&#8221; icon=&#8221;<i class=%22im im-plus-circle%22><\/i>&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>No, completion of the application does not guarantee you will receive an award. 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