Scholarships
In 2012, AWHS alumni created the Arvada West High School Foundation to assist graduates in their pursuit of a secondary education. Our Scholarships are available to all AW Senior Class graduates interested in pursuing post high education who meet the minimum requirements.
Are you a current Arvada West High School senior?
Apply using the applicable link below.
Available Scholarships
Arvada West H.S. Foundation Scholarship
For all secondary education at an accredited two-year, four-year school - $3,000
When selecting scholarship recipients, the Foundation considers the following:
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A minimum Grade Point Average of 2.5 (unweighted)
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Intention to attend an accredited two-year, four-year school following their graduation (as confirmed by an acceptance letter and student identification number from the school)
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Completion of the Scholarship Application Package
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Further consideration will be given for applicants as follows:
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demonstrated financial need
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unique family circumstances
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1st generation secondary education
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AWHS Foundation WILDCAT Scholarship
For an educational program in the trade and technical fields- $3,000
The Foundation WILDCAT scholarship will consider the following elements:
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A minimum Grade Point Average of 2.0 (unweighted)
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Intention to attend an educational program in the trade and technical fields
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Completion of the Scholarship Application Package
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Further consideration will be given for applicants as follows:
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demonstrated financial need
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unique family circumstances
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1st generation secondary education
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Bill Ashton Chemistry/Physics Scholarship
For secondary education in chemistry or physics- $3,000
The Bill Ashton Scholarship is dedicated to supporting the teaching and application of chemistry and physics.
Read About the Bill Ashton Scholarship
This scholarship will consider the following elements:
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Intention to attend an accredited two-year, four-year, or trade / technical school following graduation (as confirmed by an acceptance letter and student identification number from the school)
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Completion of the Scholarship Application Package
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Further consideration will be given for applicants as follows:
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a student who plans to become a high school science teacher
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a student who plans to enter a field that is related to the application of chemistry/physics
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Past Recipients
Class of 2023
(awarded $38,000 in scholarships)
Angela Benallo
Cooper Best
Sierra Gallup
Sophia Jaskolka-Brown (Legacy Scholarship)
Mackenzie Johnson
Caitlyn Kneisl
Alexander McDonald
Madison McJunkin
Cormac McShane
Corey Niessner
Aubrey Pixler (Bill Ashton Chemistry & Physics Scholarship)
Shae Roozing
Abigail Strait (Trade & Technology Scholarship)
Josh Vander Laan
Class of 2022
(awarded $38,000 in scholarships)
Jeremy Chavez
Selma Hadziselimovic
Samuel LaSelle
Anna Nuhfer
Addison Page
Micah Quinn (Bill Ashton Chemistry and Physics Scholarship)
Dylan Richards
Jolee Rios
Brandon Simpson
Sydney Trinder
Veronica Vessa (Legacy Scholarship)
Madison Voit-Chromy
Justin Wimberly
Class of 2021
(awarded $20,000 in scholarships)
Haley Barnhart
Brandon Benedict
Jennifer Brown
Noah Brunk
Addison Cardon
Chris Marvel
Delaney Schiffbauer
Haley Wagner
Bradlee Wallen
Madison Major (Bill Ashton Chemistry & Physics Scholarship)
Class of 2020
(awarded $17,000 in scholarships)
Kaylee Delgado
Clare Edmundson
Jocelyn Gotfred
Max Link
Zach Marcolina
Jaydn Sabell
Caleb Simpson
Katlyn Thiede
Blake Maly (Bill Ashton Chemistry & Physics Scholarship)
Class of 2019
(awarded $17,000 in scholarships)
Baudi Asuey
Midori Coyle
Samantha Meakins
Madi Pixler
James Wallen
Brianna Khatiyavong (Bill Ashton Chemistry & Physics Scholarship)
Class of 2018
(awarded $10,000 in scholarships)
Ayame Castro
Leon Giron Echeverri
Bethaney Hansen
Class of 2017
(awarded $11,000 in scholarships)
Aysha Auseva
Kaitlin Kennedy
Brianna Lawrence
Erin Looney
Elise Majeski
Raquel Zisumbo
Class of 2016
(awarded $9,000 in scholarships)
Allyssa Chinda
Jeni Clifford
Cheyenne Howell
Brett Liekhus
Paris Smouse
Stefan Young
Class of 2015
(awarded $9,000 in scholarships)
Julia Braselton
Jamie Hall
Theron Mekelburg
Weston Shinn
Victoria Valaski
Angelita Vasquez
Class of 2014
(awarded $6,000 in scholarships)
Andrew DePree
Brittney Graves
Elise Hill
Erin Kopel
Kayla White
Class of 2013
(awarded $3,000 in scholarships)
Jacob Creamer
Natasha Hoskins
Rachel Schauer