CTA Scholarship Program

CTA Scholarship Program is sponsored by Call To Action Foundation. A need-based scholarship that funds the in-state, full cost of attendance at non-profit, public universities and colleges. In addition to financial aid, scholars receive access to mentorship, academic counseling, leadership development, and personal and professional support.

Geographic focus: Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Nevada, and Utah

Focus areas: Education, Scholarships, Higher Education

CTA Scholarship - Call to Action Philanthropies CTA Scholarship (Traditional) Building Leaders, One Scholar at a Time The Call to Action Scholarship Program offers eligible students unparalleled assistance so they can achieve their academic goals.

The need-based scholarship funds the full cost of attendance for four years ($25,000 maximum annually) at non-profit, regionally accredited public universities and colleges in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Nevada, and Utah. We currently have over 90 students attending colleges and universities on our scholarship. The CTA Scholarship application is now open!

Eligible students are encouraged to apply early. The application is open from January 1, 2026 through February 20, 2026. ( Applicants must create an account to complete the application ) Apply Here Please review the FAQs section below for important information about the scholarship program, including eligibility requirements.

You may also download the scholarship program info sheet here for a quick overview. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Who is eligible to receive this scholarship? Be a graduating high school senior.

Be a resident of Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Nevada, and Utah and meet all in-state residency requirements for college of attendance. Have a 3. 0+ high school GPA.

File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Have a goal of earning a bachelor’s degree within four years or an associate’s degree within two years. What is required of scholarship recipients?

Maintain a 3. 0+ college GPA. Meet with the CTA Scholarship Advisor 2 times each semester (online or in-person).

Meet at least 1 time per year with a college academic advisor. Work or volunteer 500 hours each year, which includes paid/unpaid internships. Major in an approved degree (see CTA Approved Majors List below).

Participate in CTA scholarship events. Send semester grade report to CTA Scholarship Advisor. Maintain good academic standing and refrain from engaging in misconduct or criminal activity.

What are the approved majors? Civil and Environmental Engineering Materials Science and Engineering Metallurgical Engineering Operations and Supply Chain What is included in the scholarship? The need-based scholarship funds the full cost of attendance for four years ($25,000 maximum annually) at non-profit, public, universities and colleges in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Nevada, and Utah.

This is a last dollar award. Yes. You must maintain a minimum 3.

0 GPA and meet the requirements to be considered for renewal. Each year, you will receive an email notification with instructions to complete the online renewal application. You will need to provide a transcript showing your cumulative GPA.

Please email our scholarship advisor at darcy. gregg@fjmgt. com .

More than Financial Support In addition to financial aid, our CTA Scholars gain access to mentorship, academic counseling, leadership development , and personal and professional support . Since 2007, we’ve awarded over $7 million in scholarships to students in need. Each student meets regularly with our Scholarship Advisor and attends events and workshops designed to support them throughout their academic journey.

Congratulations to our 2025–2026 scholarship recipients! We are proud to support this incredible group of students as they begin their college journeys. Each recipient was selected for their academic promise, leadership, and dedication to their communities.

We look forward to following their progress and celebrating their achievements in the years ahead. 2025-26 CTA Scholarship Recipients We currently have 92 scholarship recipients attending schools across several states. Our scholarship recipients represent a variety of amazing students working hard to reach their academic goals and a bright future.

Here you can meet a few of our 2024 scholarship recipients.

Arizona State University – Polytechnic University of CO Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus University of CO Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus University of CO Colorado Springs University of Nevada – Reno University of Nevada – Reno University of Nevada-Las Vegas University of Nevada – Reno Our scholarship recipients represent a diverse group of outstanding students working hard to reach their academic goals.

Scholars accepted to our program are required to keep a 3. 0 GPA , dedicate 500 hours of community service , and be committed to staying engaged in our learning opportunities. We strengthen children and families through investments in early childhood, affordable housing, scholarships and food security.

© 2026 Call to Action Foundation 185 South State Street, Suite 1200 The Call Foundation (private) and Call to Action Foundation (private operating) are dedicated to increasing access to education, affordable housing, scholarships and food security for underserved communities throughout the West and Midwest. Since 2007, the foundations have invested more than $100 million to improve the lives of working families in our region.

FJ Management’s subsidiary companies fund the mission of both foundations, including Maverik and Big West Oil.