Our commitment to honoring our military runs deep at Colorado Technical University, dating back to our founding by veterans in 1965. Today, we continue to support those affected by life-altering events, recognizing that the impact of an injury sustained while serving our country extends far beyond the individual.
Each November, Veterans Day and the recognition of our annual CTU Patriot Scholarship recipients give us an opportunity to celebrate that commitment and the people it supports.
Honoring Service Through Education
To put that commitment into action, each year CTU® awards full-tuition scholarships to 50 deserving service members, wounded veterans, spouses, caregivers, and college-ready dependents. As of December 31, 2025, CTU has awarded 900 scholarships, totaling over $23 million.
The following affiliates support CTU’s Patriot Scholarship:
- Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Inc.
- Children of the Fallen Patriots
- Dixon Center
- Luke’s Wings
- TBI Warrior Foundation
A Celebration of Service and Opportunity
On November 6, 2026, CTU celebrated the 2027 Patriot Scholars in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The gathering brought together scholarship recipients, their families and members of the CTU community to recognize this milestone and the educational journeys ahead.
Michael Midura, Director, Military Strategy and Relations and Patriot Scholarship, opened the celebration with welcome and congratulatory remarks recognizing the 2027 Patriot Scholars and CTU’s commitment to supporting the military community.
“My military service, along with over 20 years’ experience working in military voluntary education, remains an important part of who I am, and it makes this work especially meaningful to me,” said Midura. “As you all begin this next chapter, know that you belong here. Your experiences will enrich our classrooms, and our faculty and staff are ready to support you along the way.”
The 2027 Patriot Scholars celebration video followed, offering another opportunity to honor this year’s recipients.
Husband and wife scholarship recipients Ian and Natasha Staley then shared words of inspiration. “To my fellow veterans, our service doesn't lose its meaning when we take off the uniform,” said Ian. “The values we carried continue to shape how we serve our families, workplaces, and communities. We're still part of the mission.”
Natasha’s inspiring sentiment followed: “And we aren't navigating this journey alone. From tutors and fantastic student success coaches to professors who genuinely care about our growth, CTU has provided resources and people who are truly rooting for us to succeed.”
To put the evening to a close, scholarship administrators Dr. Lizabeth Jordan and Peter Zickus then recognized the recipients, celebrating their selection as 2027 Patriot Scholars and the opportunity to pursue their educational goals.
Sharing a Meaningful Milestone
The celebration also gave recipients an opportunity to mark the occasion with their families and connect with the CTU community. For many scholars, the meaning of the award extends to the people who have supported their education—and those they hope to inspire.
For recipient Jordyn Moore, who plans to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, that meaning is rooted in her family’s service. “My family has a strong connection to military service, so this scholarship is especially meaningful to me,” Moore said.
Jonathon Frazier also sees his educational journey as something to share with the next generation. “I also hope to set an example for my children by showing them that education and personal growth do not have an expiration date,” Frazier stated.
Those individual hopes reflect the larger purpose of the celebration: recognizing the scholars and supporting the educational goals ahead of them.
Dr. Lizabeth Jordan brought the formal program to a close with remarks honoring this year’s recipients. “You have the grit, the drive and the capability to succeed,” she said. “Now it’s time to turn these skills into purpose and make your educational goals a reality.”
Looking Ahead: Applications for the 2028 Scholarship
While the application period for this year's CTU Patriot Scholarship has closed, the 2028 application will open in Spring 2027. Scholarship-eligible individuals include active-duty or veteran service members who obtained medical treatment for service-related disabilities. Spouses, non-medical attendants, caregivers, and college-ready dependents of wounded service members are also eligible to apply.
For more information on eligibility, visit the CTU Patriot Scholarship webpage.
Flexible Degree Programs for Military Life
CTU offers a range of flexible academic pathways, including multiple pacing options tailored to the needs of the military community. Eligible military spouses and dependents may also benefit from available financial aid and education support programs.
To learn more about CTU's degree programs and opportunities, speak with an Admissions Advisor today. Call 1-855-230-0555 or request information online.
*University grants or scholarships are based on established criteria as published in the University Catalog and are awarded after verification that the conditions of eligibility have been met. CTU cannot guarantee employment, salary, or career advancement. Not all programs are available to residents of all states.*
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