2027 Schedule
Application Dates
Opens : November 1st, 2026
Closes : May 1st, 2027 (all complete applications due by May 1st)
Program Dates
Check In : June 6th, 2027
Check out: June 12th, 2027
Location
Northeastern Junior College, Sterling CO
Registration Fee
A $250 delegate registration fee is required for participation at 2027 Colorado Boys State. Online payment is to be made at the time of registration.
Delegate registration fee includes:
- NJC student residence hall housing
- Three meals per day
- One official Colorado Boys State polo shirt
- One official Colorado Boys State hoodie
- Two official Colorado Boys State-branded recreation shirts
- One Colorado Boys State-branded water bottle
- Associated Colorado Boys State activities and required materials
- Eligibility for optional college credit (UCCS tuition not included)
Leadership Development
instills self-assurance. Whether they win or lose elections, students discover their voice, face challenges head-on, and build resilience.
Judicial and Legislative Practice
builds analytical thinking. Wrestling with real-world issues, writing bills, and debating laws hone logic and reasoning.
Academic Credit and Recognition
show students that civic engagement has tangible value. It affirms their efforts and can open doors to scholarships, universities, and even national-level opportunities like Boys Nation and internships
Political Party Engagement
sharpens collaboration and empathy. Creating platforms and navigating ideological differences fosters understanding and strategic compromise.
Mentorship and Networking
create lifelong connections and inspiration. Young men are mentored by veterans and public servants, often lighting a spark for service and leadership careers.
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