How to Apply

To apply for the Cumbres Program, follow these steps:

1. Apply and Get Admitted to UNC
   You must first be accepted to the University of Northern Colorado based on standard admission requirements.

2. Submit Your Cumbres Application
   Once admitted to UNC, you can complete the Cumbres Program application. After we receive your application, we’ll contact you to schedule a personal interview, either in person or on Zoom.

3. Watch Your Email
   Make sure your email is synced and check your junk or spam folders regularly. Emails from UNC can sometimes get filtered out.

Apply to Cumbres Now

After You’ve Been Admitted to Cumbres

• Register for New Student Orientation
  If possible, sign up for New Student Orientation (dates TBD). Cumbres staff will be there to welcome you and share important program information.

• Complete Financial Aid Requirements

  • Submit your FAFSA application by March 1

  • Fill out the UNC Scholarship Application

  • Be sure to indicate that you are a member of Cumbres so we can award your scholarship correctly.