# Connecticut Collegiate Awareness and Preparation Program (ConnCAP)

> Amount varies from Connecticut Office of Higher Education. See the official page for current dates..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/connecticut-collegiate-awareness-and-preparation-program-conncap
- Provider: Connecticut Office of Higher Education (State)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: See the official page for current dates.
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/ct
- Official page: https://portal.ct.gov/ohe/knowledge-base/articles/grant-initiatives/minority-advancement-program
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Connecticut Collegiate Awareness and Preparation Program, known as ConnCAP, is administered by the Connecticut Office of Higher Education. This initiative is part of the state's Minority Advancement Program. Instead of providing direct scholarships to individual students, the program awards grants directly to Connecticut colleges and universities. These institutions use the funding to establish and support programs designed to increase student diversity on their campuses. Eligible higher education institutions in the state apply for these grants to help underrepresented students prepare for, access, and succeed in postsecondary education. Because the funding is distributed at the institutional level rather than as a traditional individual scholarship, students do not apply for this program through the standard FAFSA or state financial aid applications. Instead, interested students benefit from the academic preparation and support services hosted by the participating colleges. For current dates and deadlines, please see the official page.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: CT
- Education level: High school student, Undergraduate
- College types: 2-year college, 4-year college, Public college, Private college
- Grants are awarded to Connecticut colleges and universities to fund programs that support student diversity.

## How to apply

Colleges and universities in Connecticut must apply for this competitive grant directly through the state agency to fund their local campus programs.

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