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Scholarship Program

Scholarships


Apply for the Electric Lineworker Scholarship by June 1

Applications for the CMU Tech Lineworker Scholarship are due June 1. Applicants must reside in Mesa County.

The Grand Valley Power Scholarship Program seeks to promote the educational pursuits of students in Grand Valley Power's service territory and expand the educational opportunities available to them. Since the program's inception, the cooperative has dedicated more than $290,000 in unclaimed patronage capital to scholarship awards. The program aligns with one of our seven core co-op principles:

Concern for Community: Cooperatives work for the sustainable development of their communities through policies supported by the membership.

The application period for Grand Valley Power's general academic scholarships is closed for 2025. Scholarship recipients are recognized each year at their school's senior awards event (if applicable) and the Grand Valley Power Annual Membership Meeting in August.

2025 electric lineworker scholarship application available online!  "Arrow"                                                                                   

GENERAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

WHO CAN APPLY?

Applications are open to current members residing in a home served by Grand Valley Power, who are continuing their education to obtain an undergraduate degree or certificate with at least a one-year course of study, and who are enrolling in the fall as a full-time student. Other requirements depend on the scholarship you are applying for. Please review the terms and requirements of each scholarship.  

The CMU Tech Electric Lineworker Scholarship is open to any applicant who currently resides in Mesa County (at the time of application). 

WHAT AWARDS ARE GIVEN?

The award levels vary by scholarship: 

  • Jack Broughton - Colorado Mesa University Scholarship:  One (1) $2,000 scholarship will be awarded, which is renewable for a total of four years (if terms are met).
  • Matt Williams STEM Scholarship:  One (1) $1,500 scholarship will be awarded, which is renewable for a total of four years (if terms are met). 

  • Grand Valley Power Scholarship: Six (6) $1,500 scholarships will be awarded. This is a one-time award. 

  • CMU Tech Scholarship: One (1) $1,500 scholarship will be awarded. This is a one-time award. 

  • CMU Tech Electric Lineworker Scholarship: One (1) $2,000 scholarship will be awarded. This is a one-time award. 
WHAT IS REQUIRED?

The application requirements are:

  1. Submit all information on GVP's application one of three ways: (1) online application form, (2) drop off a completed PDF application at our main office or (3) send the completed PDF application by mail. PDF applications can be found below. 
  2. Submit an official transcript from the last high school or college attended.
    • Transcripts may be mailed (sealed), faxed from the school to (970) 242-0612, or emailed from the school to scholarships@gvp.org and MUST be an official record. 
    • If applying for multiple scholarships, only one transcript is needed. 
  3. Submit two letters of recommendation from non-relatives. 
  4. Submit a typed, original essay on why you should be awarded a Grand Valley Power Scholarship. Describe the chosen career path you are taking and why. Discuss such items as school and community involvement, volunteer experience, leadership and work opportunities and financial need. A minimum of 500 words is required. 
  5. Submit a high-resolution photo (preferably a .jpg file with a minimum resolution of 300 DPI). All photos are removed during evaluation and only used in the event a scholarship is awarded (for print and distribution recognition). 
  6. Scholarship winners are asked to attend their school’s senior awards event (if applicable) and Grand Valley Power’s annual membership meeting in August to be recognized. Failure to attend the annual meeting could result in a reduction of the scholarship amount.
WHEN IS THE DEADLINE?

The Jack Broughton - Colorado Mesa University, Matt Williams STEM, Grand Valley Power, and CMU Tech scholarship applications must be

  • submitted online at gvp.org or
  • postmarked to PO Box 190, Grand Junction, CO 81502 or
  • dropped off at 845 22 Road or

by 5:00 p.m. on March 1, 2025. 

The CMU Tech Electric Lineworker Scholarship must be postmarked, dropped off or submitted online at gvp.org by June 1, 2025. 

Online submissions can be saved to return to later. 

CAN I APPLY FOR MULTIPLE SCHOLARSHIPS?

You can apply for as many scholarships as you want; however, you will only receive one. For example, a student applies for both the Jack Broughton-CMU and Grand Valley Power scholarship. The student will receive one or the other, not both, if the committee chooses that applicant. 

HOW DO YOU SELECT THE WINNING ENTRIES?

After applications are received for the GVP Scholarships, the Jack Broughton - CMU Scholarship and the CMU Tech Scholarship, a committee of educators appointed by the board of directors will review the applications and determine the winners.  Awardees will be notified in writing by April 1, 2025.

A committee of electric lineworkers appointed by the management of Grand Valley Power will review and determine an awardee for the CMU Tech Electric Lineworker Scholarship. An awardee will be selected and notified by June 1, 2025. 

All applications will be graded on the following subject areas: Financial Need (18%); Essay composition, grammar, chosen career path, school/community involvement (50%); Letters of Recommendation (14%); Academics - cumulative grade point average and courses (18%); Adjustments can be made at the discretion of the committee for other considations, e.g., honors, awards, after-school jobs, etc. 

WHAT IF I STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

Please email questions to scholarships@gvp.org - Please DO NOT email your completed applications. Applications can be submitted online, by mail or in person. 

PRINTABLE PDF APPLICATIONS

Coming soon!

Jack Broughton - Colorado Mesa University Scholarship Application & 2025 Rules

Grand Valley Power Scholarship Application & 2025 Rules

CMU Tech Scholarship Application & 2025 Rules

CMU Tech Electric Lineworker Scholarship Application & 2025 Rules

Your Guide to Submitting an Award-Winning Application

2024 Scholarship Application Guide.pdf

Scholarship Application Resources

MLA General Format
Locating Your GVP Account Number
Top 5 Insights When Applying for Scholarships
5 Myths About Applying for Scholarships
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