Where ambition meets opportunity
The Springboard Fellowship is a free, yearlong program (August–May) designed for rising seniors from any major who are ready to take the next step in their future. In partnership with the Fort Lewis College President’s Office and Career Services, this fellowship builds career confidence, professional connections, and access to real-world opportunities—no perfect GPA required.
As a Springboard Fellow, you’ll:
At the end of the program, you’ll receive a $3,000 award to support your transition after college—whether that means buying business attire, covering travel to a new job, or putting down a deposit on your first apartment.
Open to rising seniors graduating in May of the following year, the Springboard Fellowship features a quick application—just 20–30 minutes to share your background, major, career interests, and what you hope to gain from the program.
Key dates:
Contact
Direct inquiries about applying as a Springboard Fellow, becoming a mentor, giving a special topics presentation, or getting involved as a community member to:Jaityn WinchellPhone: 970-247-7564Email: jmwinchell@fortlewis.edu