Outside Scholarships
In addition to the CSI Foundation Scholarships (which you apply for using the CSI General Scholarship Application) there are many other scholarships and grants you may be eligible for. These require separate applications, but they’re worth the effort!
Remember, the College of Southern Idaho doesn't endorse any specific websites, and we aren’t responsible for the content of external sites—but we're here to help you find the best scholarships available!
Current Scholarships
Many CSI students have earned extra support through local community groups and business foundations:
- Horatio Alger Career and Technical Scholarships - Apply
- Academic Year: 2025-2026
- Priority Deadline: June 15, 2025
- John K. Wilson Scholarship - Apply
- Academic Year: 2025-2026
- Deadline: May 17, 2025
- Level Idaho's Registered Nursing Scholarship - Apply
- Deadline: April 30, 2025
- West End Men's Association Scholarship - Apply
- Deadline: April 1, 2025
State Scholarships
There are also state-funded scholarships available for Idaho high school graduates who are continuing to college in Idaho, or for students who plan to study for in-demand career areas:
- Idaho Launch - for high school students
- Idaho Launch - for workforce training funds
- Governor's Cup Scholarship
- GEAR UP 3
- Adult Learner Scholarship
- Idaho Opportunity Scholarship
- Fast Forward: Early Graduation Scholarship
- Next Steps Idaho
Nationwide Scholarship Resources
There are many additional scholarships beyond what is advertised through CSI. You can use these links to find scholarships and grants based on your financial need, merits, community service, heritage, gender, orientation, and life experience.
How to Transfer Your Scholarship Awards to CSI
If you were awarded a private scholarship or grant (like one from a business, foundation, community group, or a scholarship essay contest) you might be wondering how the money gets to you. Our instructions for scholarship donors make it easy for your award to be credited to your CSI account.