Pay for College

Paying for college can sometimes feel overwhelming, but Otero’s financial aid department can help you find out what types of financial aid are available to you. Whether you want to become a work study to help offset costs or have general financial aid questions, explore the sections below to find out more.

Find the financial resources you need

Apply for financial aid and see what scholarships you qualify for.

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Financial Aid

Find out what kind of financial aid you qualify for, even if you don’t think you’ll qualify.

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Tuition & Fees

Otero has some of the most affordable tuition rates in Colorado and is comparable to many other community colleges

Scholarship

Explore the many options for paying for college and take advantage of Otero’s list of scholarship opportunities

Additional financial resources

Learn about grants, loans, student employment, veterans benefits and more.

Grants & Loans

Learn how these resources can help you achieve your educational goals

Student Employment

Learn new skills and earn money while you are going to school

Veteran Benefits

Learn how you can apply for veteran’s benefits through the GI Bill