2014
FINANCIAL AID DIRECTORY
FOR
MEMBERS OF THE SIX NATIONS
SENECA-CAYUGA-TUSCARORA-ONONDAGA-ONEIDA-MOHAWK
The State University of New York
NATIVE AMERICAN WESTERN CONSORTIUM
E116 Thompson Hall, SUNY Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
716.673.3170 or 1.800.851.5020
www.fredonia.edu/na
NAT IVE AMER ICAN W EST ERN C ONSO RT IUM
S TAT E U N I V E R S I T Y O F N E W Y O R K
E116 THOMPSON HALL • FREDONIA NY • 14063
PHONE:716.673.3170 • (TOLL FREE: 800.851.5020) • FAX: 716.673.3478
The 2014 Financial Aid Directory was developed to aid Native students in
pursuing a college education. The directory provides summarized information
for each funding source.
THE DIRECTORY HAS THREE SECTIONS, AS FOLLOW:
Local and Regional - aboriginal and existing Haudenosaunee or
Six Nations territories and the northeastern U.S.
National
- the United States
Appendix
- helpful contacts and information
Refer to the Appendix to best search for additional funding sources available in your
area of study, from employers, groups and organizations, as well as internships that
may lead to scholarship eligibility. For Natives who are not of one of the Six Nations,
identify the local and regional sources available with your affiliated Nation, Tribe, or
Band.
The directory summaries are not all-inclusive. Ask the Administrator
contact if additional information is needed for a complete application.
Students must request applications directly from the Administrator of
the grant/scholarship.
The Native American SUNY: Western Consortium office does not provide
or obtain applications.
Students should also seek and apply for scholarships that target
underrepresented or minority students.
The Native American SUNY: Western Consortium is supported by the State University of New
York (SUNY) to provide assistance to students in Haudenosaunee or Six Nations communities
in western and central New York State. Our office is located on the SUNY Fredonia campus.
Please refer to www.fredonia.edu/na for continuing Financial Aid updates throughout the year.
We welcome your inquiries, comments and suggestions.
Cheryl John, Director
cheryl.john@fredonia.edu
Karen Tarnowski, Secretary
karen.tarnowski@fredonia.edu
TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCAL AND REGIONAL FUNDING SOURCES
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B.
C.
Nation Funded Programs
Grand River Post Secondary Education Office (GRPSEO)
Oneida Indian Nation of New York Scholarship
Seneca Nation of Indians Higher Education Program
Seneca Nation of Indians Professional Scholarship Program
St. Regis Mohawk Higher Education Program
Tuscarora Nation Book Money Grant
United South & Eastern Tribes (USET)
Publicly Funded Programs
Community Foundation of Greater Buffalo
- Community Foundation Scholarship Program
New York State Education Department - New York State Indian Aid
New York State Power Authority
-Tuscarora Scholarship Program
State University of New York
- Graduate Diversity Fellowship Program
United University Professions
-College Scholarship Fund
-Williams Scheuerman Post Baccalaureate Scholarship
Privately Funded Programs
Delta Kappa Gamma Society Int'l (New York) Native American Grant
Peter Doctor Memorial Indian Scholarship Foundation
Iola M. Henhawk Nursing Scholarship
Leonard D. Hubbard – Bank of America, N.A.
- Onondaga Nation Scholarship
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution – New York
- Olive Whitman Memorial Scholarship
Native American Indian Education Association of New York Scholarship
Niagara County Community College Foundation, Inc.
- Louise Henry Memorial Scholarship
- The E. Doris Chalstrey Smith Memorial Scholarship
Onondaga Community College Foundation, Inc.
- Native American Scholarships
Religious Society of Friends NY Yearly Meeting Stipend Program
Seneca Diabetes Foundation
- Barry and Deanna Snyder, Jr., Chairman’s Scholarship
- Geraldine Memmo Scholarship
- Ruth Goode Nursing Scholarship
Syracuse University College Distant Drums Native American Scholarship
Syracuse University Haudenosaunee Promise
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SPONSOR
Tuscarora Nation
TITLE
TUSCARORA NATION BOOK MONEY GRANT
ADMINISTRATOR
Tuscarora Indian School
2015 Mt. Hope Road
Lewiston, NY 14092
ATTN: Book Money Grant
phone: 716.213.3652
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
The money awarded is intended for books and/or supplies.
In return, your Clanmother may call upon you to help at
Tuscarora Nation events for the betterment of our people.
Must be enrolled at Tuscarora; must be matriculated in a
post-secondary education institute; must have a 2.0 GPA.
Eligibility is determined by the Scholarship Committee and
the Tuscarora Council.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Students may apply every semester; grades will not be taken
into account when students apply for the first time.
AWARDS
$250 per semester (full-time student)
$125 per semester (part-time student)
$250 per program (trade/vocational student)
DEADLINES
January 2
August 1
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete application; copy of acceptance letter from
institution attending (first time applicants only); copy of most
recent transcript; upcoming course schedule; copies of
Pell/TAP award letter and NYS Indian Aid Award Letter. Late
or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Spring Term
Fall Term
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SPONSOR
Grand River Post Secondary Education Office (GRPSEO)
TITLE
GRAND RIVER POST SECONDARY EDUCATION
ADMINISTRATOR
Grand River Post Secondary Education Office
P.O. Box 339
Ohsweken, Ontario, Canada N0A 1MO
phone: 519.445.2219
1.877.837.5180 (toll free)
e-mail: info@grpseo.org
url:
www.grpseo.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
fax: 519.445.4296
The GRPSEO provides eligible Six Nations (Canada)
members with assistance to enroll in and study post
secondary programs with funds voted by Parliament.
Members of Six Nations
GENERAL
INFORMATION
GRPSEO is overseen by a Board which reports annually to
both the Six Nations Elected Council and the Confederacy
Council. Services and assistance include tuition, books,
tutorial assistance, and counseling.
AWARDS
Vary.
DEADLINES
January 17
May 17
September 17
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
May-August Session
Sept-April or Sept-Dec Session
January-April Session
Complete Application and Required Documentation.
Applicants may apply online at www.grpseo.org
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SPONSOR
Oneida Indian Nation of New York
TITLE
ONEIDA INDIAN NATION SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Wilma Cook, Scholarship Coordinator
Education Department
5000 Skenondoa Way
Oneida, New York 13421
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phone: 315.829.8150
fax: 315.829.8269
e-mail: wcook@oneida-nation.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
To provide financial incentives to ensure Oneida members an
opportunity to pursue post secondary education through a
certificate or college degree program from an accredited
institution.
Must be an enrolled Oneida Indian Nation of New York
member, maintain a GPA of 2.0; proof of course completion
and official grades required to be eligible for future
scholarships. Certificate programs and short term seminars
must be related to educational success or directly related to
career advancement or retainment.
Must apply for BIE and NYS Indian Aid. Withdrawal prior to
completion results in return of scholarship money. A one
term probationary period is allowed to raise GPA. Personal
awards to offset incidental expenses are issued at the
beginning of term and at the midpoint of the term.
AWARDS
Awards will be sent directly to the college, university or
institution.
DEADLINES
Revolving application process; Application must be submitted
before term ends.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application; Verified Enrollment; Financial Aid
Information; Previous Academic Transcript.
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SPONSOR
Seneca Nation of Indians (SNI)
TITLE
HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRAM (HEP)
ADMINISTRATOR
Cattaraugus Territory
Higher Education Coordinator
12861 Route 438
Irving, New York 14081
phone: 716.532.3341
fax:
716.532.3269
Allegany Territory
Higher Education Coordinator
P. O. Box 231
Salamanca, New York 14779
phone: 716.945.1790 ext 3103
fax:
716.945.7170
PURPOSE
To promote education and career development to empower
students to achieve their potential.
ELIGIBILITY
Enrolled member of the SNI with financial need; Admitted for
enrollment in an accredited institution of higher education;
Apply to and report all financial aid resources; Compliance
with SNI-HEP policies; Applicant must not be in default of a
student loan. Note: administers BIA Higher Education Grant
Funds.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
For undergraduate and graduate students; Awards based
upon priority system defined by residence; Complete
applications processed first; Incomplete applications will not
be processed.
AWARDS
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Priority Max/Academic Yr
1
$12,350
2
$9,350
3
$7,350
Residence
permanent on-territory
permanent within NYS
permanent outside NYS
Semesters:
July 1
Dec 1
May 1
Quarters/Trimesters:
Aug 1
Fall
Nov 1
Winter
Feb 1
Spring
May 1
Summer
Fall
Spring
Summer
Complete Application including Transcript; Financial Aid
Package Forms; Acceptance Letter; Tribal Certification;
Letter of Reference; Letter Stating Educational Goals.
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SPONSOR
Seneca Nation of Indians (SNI)
TITLE
PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
ADMINISTRATOR
Cattaraugus Territory
Higher Education Coordinator
12861 Route 438
Irving, New York 14081
Allegany Territory
Higher Education Coordinator
P. O. Box 231
Salamanca, New York 14779
phone: 716.532.3341
fax:
716.532.3269
phone: 716.945.1790 ext 3103
fax:
716.945.7170
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
To encourage two (2) Seneca students to pursue and complete
advanced degrees to provide professional expertise for the
growth and progression of the tribe. Advanced degrees include
Master’s, Doctoral, or Professional degrees such as M.D., J.D.
Enrolled member of the SNI; Permanent residence on
territory or within NYS; Bachelor’s degree; Full time student
pursuing an advanced degree at an accredited college or
university; Apply to the Seneca Nation of Indians Higher
Education Program and the American Indian Graduate
Center (see page 37).
Must maintain 3.0 GPA, provide community service, and
intend to accept employment with the SNI for each year of
scholarship support. A selection committee reviews and
ranks applications with a point priority system. Unmet tuition
paid directly to school, remaining funds paid to student
monthly.
AWARDS
$20,000 Awarded annually to two Seneca students per year,
per territory.
DEADLINES
July 16.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application Form, Essay; Two faculty or employer
recommendations; Tribal enrollment documentation;
Documentation of Bachelor’s degree conferral and graduate
school acceptance; Signed Contract Form.
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SPONSOR
St. Regis Mohawk Tribe
TITLE
MOHAWK HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRAM
ADMINISTRATOR
Roderick A. Cook, Director
412 State Route 37
Community Building
Hogansburg, NY 13655
phone: 518.358.2272 ext. 247
e-mail: rcook@srmt-nsn.gov
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
fax: 518.358.3203
To enable eligible Mohawk students to attend accredited
institutions of higher education in two and four-year college
degree programs by providing supplemental financial aid.
Members of the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe; full-time students
(12 credit minimum) with a definite unmet financial need.
Continued eligibility depends on satisfactory progress toward
degree requirements. Minimum Freshman GPA is 2.0; others
must maintain 2.5 minimum.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Established Funding Priorities: 1) Enrolled, living on
reservation 2) Enrolled, living near reservation 3) 1/4 degree
descendent of enrolled member. Note: Office administers
BIA Higher Education Grant Funds.
AWARDS
Awards made on a first come, first served basis.
DEADLINES
July 15
October 15
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Academic Year/Fall Semester
Spring Semester (If Dollars Available)
Certification from Tribal Clerk; Signed Privacy Act Statement;
College Acceptance Letter; Financial Aid Recommendation
completed by College Financial Aid Officer; Transcript.
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SPONSOR
Tuscarora Nation
TITLE
TUSCARORA NATION BOOK MONEY GRANT
ADMINISTRATOR
Tuscarora Indian School
2015 Mt. Hope Road
Lewiston, NY 14092
ATTN: Book Money Grant
phone: 716.213.3652
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
The money awarded is intended for books and/or supplies.
In return, your Clanmother may call upon you to help at
Tuscarora Nation events for the betterment of our people.
Must be enrolled at Tuscarora; must be matriculated in a
post-secondary education institute; must have a 2.0 GPA.
Eligibility is determined by the Scholarship Committee and
the Tuscarora Council.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Students may apply every semester; grades will not be taken
into account when students apply for the first time.
AWARDS
$250 per semester (full-time student)
$125 per semester (part-time student)
$250 per program (trade/vocational student)
DEADLINES
January 2
August 1
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete application; copy of acceptance letter from
institution attending (first time applicants only); copy of most
recent transcript; upcoming course schedule; copies of
Pell/TAP award letter and NYS Indian Aid Award Letter. Late
or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Spring Term
Fall Term
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SPONSOR
United South and Eastern Tribes (USET)
TITLE
USET SCHOLARSHIP FUND
ADMINISTRATOR
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc.
Attn: Scholarship Fund
Melissa Stephens, Executive Assistant
711 Stewarts Ferry Pike, Suite 100
Nashville, TN 37214
phone: 615.872.7900
e-mail: mstephens@usetinc.org
url:
www.usetinc.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
fax: 615.872.7417
To provide supplemental scholarships to Indian students who
are enrolled members of one of the 26 USET member tribes.
Must be an enrolled member of a USET member tribe
accepted to or enrolled in a post secondary institution; with
satisfactory scholastic standing; and demonstrated need for
financial assistance.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
USET consists of 26 member tribes, which include:
Seneca Nation of Indians, Salamanca and Irving, NY;
Cayuga Nation, Versailles NY; Oneida Indian Nation of NY,
Oneida NY; St. Regis Mohawks, Hogansburg NY. See
website for list of additional members.
AWARDS
8 awards of $800 each
DEADLINES
April 30
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application; Verification of Tribal Enrollment;
Acceptance Letter or Proof of Current College Enrollment;
Most Recent SAR or Household 1040 Form; Three Letters of
Recommendation; Transcripts; Personal Letter Stating Use of
Scholarship Monies if Awarded.
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SPONSOR
Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo
TITLE
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
ADMINISTRATOR
Alaska McInnis, Scholarship Program Associate
Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo
726 Exchange Street, Suite 525
Buffalo, NY 14210
phone: 716.852.2857
e-mail: alaskam@cfgb.org
url: www.cfgb.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
fax: 716.852.2861
Since 1924 the Foundation has been awarding scholarships
to students from Western New York. From the year 2000 on,
we have awarded over $16 million in scholarships to
thousands of local college students.
Must be a permanent resident of one of the eight counties of
Western New York; must be admitted to a nonprofit
[501(c)(3)], U.S. Department of Education accredited school
in the US for full-time undergraduate study.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Pell eligible applicants attending school within the eight
counties of Western New York will be given strong
preference in the award decision process; A limited number
of scholarships are available to graduate students in
specialized fields (architecture, arts, engineering, medicine,
nursing, piano, environment and wildlife).
AWARDS
Awards range from $1,000-$6,000 – determined by the
Foundation’s Board of Directors. Strong preference is given
to those applicants who are Pell eligible, as determined by
the FAFSA, and attending schools within the eight counties of
Western New York.
DEADLINES
March 1st – applications due through website www.cfgb.org
April 1st – Unmet Need Information
NOTE: Deadlines are subject to change – check website
often.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
FAFSA; Unmet Need Information (www.cfgb.org); Application
Online Form; 2013-2014 Grades (High school students – upload
report card, showing 2 marking periods. High School Transcripts
are not accepted. College Students – upload a copy of your Fall
2013 grade report)
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SPONSOR
New York State Education Department
TITLE
NEW YORK STATE INDIAN AID (NYSIA)
ADMINISTRATOR
Adrian Cooke, Coordinator
New York State Education Department
Office of Native American Education
Room 876 EBA
Albany, NY 12234
phone: 518.474.0537
e-mail: sstow@mail.nysed.gov
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
AWARDS
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
fax: 518.474.3666
To provide financial assistance to eligible Native Americans
for study in approved undergraduate programs at institutions
of higher education in New York State.
Residents who are officially enrolled members or the child of
enrolled members of the Seneca Nation of Indians,
Tonawanda Band of Senecas, Tuscarora, Cayuga, Oneida,
Onondaga, St. Regis Mohawks; and the Shinnecock and
Poospatuck. Students must maintain a 2.0 grade point
average for each semester.
Student must submit a request for funding each semester.
Award check is sent directly to college. The maximum total
awards per student are: $4,000 for two-year college
students; $8,000 for four year college students; five years for
specific programs requiring five years to complete degree
requirements.
Current: $1000 per semester for full-time students; $85 per
credit hour for part-time students.
May 20
July 15
December 31
Summer (when available)
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
Complete Application Form; Proof of High School
Graduation; Official Tribal Certification Form; Letter of
Acceptance from College; Letter stating educational goals
and objectives.
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SPONSOR
New York Power Authority
TITLE
TUSCARORA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
ADMINISTRATOR
Jamie Gilbert
716.215.3652
PURPOSE
Awards tuition to two students matriculating full time at a
SUNY School. The students must be pursuing an
undergraduate degree.
ELIGIBILITY
Enrolled at Tuscarora Nation and be a student attending a
SUNY school.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Patty Fischer
716.609.3810
The application can be found online at
http://Niagara.NYPA.gov. It can also be found at the
Tuscarora Elementary School. The Tuscarora Environment
Office, and Jamie Gilbert’s office at Niagara Wheatfield.
AWARDS
The scholarship pays the tuition for the SUNY school for four
years of undergraduate study.
DEADLINES
April 1, 2014.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
The student must 1.) Complete the application, 2.)
Write an essay stating their goals, 3.) Obtain two letters of
recommendation, 4.) Submit transcripts, and 5.) Submit a
brief proposal for community involvement.
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SPONSOR
State University of New York (SUNY)
TITLE
GRADUATE DIVERSITY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
ADMINISTRATOR
Office of Graduate Studies
Participating SUNY Campuses
PURPOSE
To recruit, enroll, and retain a diverse student body in
SUNY’s graduate and professional programs.
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents,
including Native Americans, accepted to full-time graduate or
professional degree study at participating SUNY may be
eligible for a Fellowship and Full Waiver of Tuition.
Fields leading to the master’s or doctorate degree are
covered by the fellowship. Each campus designates a
liaison; a listing is provided by SUNY upon request.
Application information can be requested from participating
campuses.
AWARDS
Awards range from $7,500 - $10,000 plus a graduate tuition
scholarship granted annually to new students. (Individual
awards may vary.)
DEADLINES
Graduate Admissions and Fellowship Applications vary by
campus.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Graduate Application and Financial Aid Application
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SPONSOR
United University Professions College Scholarship Fund
TITLE
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND
ADMINISTRATOR
UUP College Scholarship Fund
c/o United University Professions
P.O. Box 15143
Albany, NY 12212-5143
e-mail: kplowman@uupmail.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
UUP College Scholarship Fund provides funding aid to both
undergraduate and post baccalaureate students attending
SUNY campuses.
Applicants must be currently registered, full-time
undergraduate students carrying at least 12 credits in a
SUNY campus; must submit a copy of bursar’s receipt to
confirm full time status; minimum GPA of 3.75
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Applicants should possess qualities and values represented
by the United University Professions (UUP): A dedication to
the goals of the trade/labor-union movements; integrity; a
tireless quest for excellence in both academic and personal
endeavors; and service to the community.
AWARDS
$3,000 one time award.
February 28, 2014
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Application (black ink only); Statement of Affirmation;
Transcripts; Three Letters of Evaluation; Applicant
Statement; Waiver Statement; Bursar’s Receipt
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SPONSOR
United University Professions College Scholarship Fund
TITLE
WILLIAM SCHEUERMAN POST BACCALAUREATE
SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
UUP College Scholarship Fund
c/o United University Professions
P.O. Box 15143
Albany, NY 12212-5143
e-mail: kplowman@uupmail.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
UUP College Scholarship Fund provides funding aid to both
undergraduate and post baccalaureate students attending
SUNY campuses.
Applicants must be currently registered, full-time graduate or
professional school students carrying at least 9 credits in a
SUNY campus; must submit a copy of bursar’s receipt to
confirm full time status; minimum GPA of 3.95
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Applicants should possess qualities and values represented
by the United University Professions (UUP): A dedication to
the goals of the trade/labor-union movements; integrity; a
tireless quest for excellence in both academic and personal
endeavors; and service to the community.
AWARDS
$3,000 one time award.
February 28, 2014
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Application (black ink only); Statement of Affirmation;
Transcripts; Three Letters of Evaluation; Applicant
Statement; Waiver Statement; Bursar’s Receipt
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SPONSOR
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The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International
(Pi State - New York)
TITLE
NATIVE AMERICAN GRANT
ADMINISTRATOR
Deborah Packard
232 Evergreen Road
Brockport, NY 14420
ph: 315.585.6691
e-mail: dpackard@bataviacsd.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
To award grants to Native American women who are
pursuing studies and who plan to work in Education or
another service field.
Enrolled Native American woman from New York State with
at least one Native American parent, attending a two or four
year college in New York State; preference given to those
studying Education.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Grant may be used for any career-related purpose, including
purchase of textbooks; renewable through undergraduate
and graduate work. Grants determined by availability of
funds and distributed by the Awards Committee.
AWARDS
$500 each semester; $5,000 maximum over a 5-year period.
DEADLINES
January 15th
June 1st
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application; Personal Letter; Academic Record;
College Enrollment Verification; Two Letters of
Recommendation; Proof of Tribal Affiliation.
Winter/Spring Deadline
Fall Deadline
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SPONSOR
Peter Doctor Memorial Indian Scholarship Foundation, Inc.
TITLE
PETER DOCTOR MEMORIAL INDIAN SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Clara Hill, Treasurer
P.O. Box 431
Basom, NY 14013
phone: 716.542.2025 (additional contacts listed below)
email: ceh3936@hughes.net
(for applications)
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
To assist Iroquois enrolled in Nations located in NYS to
pursue higher education by providing one-time awards in
“Incentive” and “Grant” categories.
Incentive is selected by the Reservation Representative.
Incentive: Graduating High School Student – Student is
chosen by reservation representative.
Grant:
College Students who have completed one year
Additional contacts for information:
Adrienne Printup (Tonawanda)
Jamie Gilbert (Tuscarora)
Wendy Bray (Cattaraugus)
716.542.4786
716.525.7043
716.361.3160
AWARDS
Vary.
DEADLINES
Incentive:
Grants:
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
For Grants: Complete Application; Tribal Certification; Two
Letters of Reference; Equivalency Diploma if obtained.
Incentives do not need an application.
April 15, 2014
May 31, 2014
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SPONSOR
The Family of Iola M. Henhawk
TITLE
IOLA M. HENHAWK NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Seneca Nation of Indians
Allegany Education Department
P.O. Box 231
Salamanca, New York 14779
phone: 716.945.1790 ext. 3103
fax: 716.945.7170
Contact: Seneca Nation of Indians,
Higher Education Coordinator
PURPOSE
To encourage Senecas to pursue an education in the field of
nursing.
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
An enrolled member of the Seneca Nation of Indians
pursuing an education in the nursing profession; Based upon
need; Available to high school seniors as well as adults;
Funds must be used for tuition or course-related expenses
such as lab fees or books.
Established in 1993, in memory of Iola M. Henhawk, R.N.,
graduate of Thomas Indian School, Haskell Institute, Olean
High School, and Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing;
served in World War II; retired, 1975, from St. Francis
Hospital, Olean. Award paid directly to college Financial Aid
Office.
AWARDS
$1,000/academic year.
DEADLINES
June 30, 2014
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application; Certificate of Tribal Affiliation; College
Acceptance Letter; Transcript; Personal Letter Stating Need
and Use of Funds.
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SPONSOR
Leonard D. Hubbard – Bank of America, N.A.
TITLE
ONONDAGA NATION SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Sherri Hopper, Native Liaison
LaFayette Junior-Senior High School
3122 Route 11 North
LaFayette, NY 13084-0380
phone: 315.677.7849
fax: 315.677.5507
e-mail: shopper@lafayetteschools.org
PURPOSE
To support college or other post-secondary school students.
ELIGIBILITY
Members of the Onondaga Nation; Lafayette High School
Seniors who will graduate in June 2014; or Lafayette High
School graduates.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Applications are available in the LaFayette Guidance Office;
Awards are renewable for undergraduate study; One-time
award for graduate study; Award paid directly to the college.
AWARDS
Vary.
DEADLINES
May 4, 2014
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application; Personal Essay; Two Letters of
Recommendation; List of Extracurricular Activities; Statement
of Tribal Enrollment.
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SPONSOR
National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution
- New York State Organization
TITLE
OLIVE WHITMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Nancy Goodnough
59 Susquehanna Ave.
Cooperstown, NY 13326
phone: 607-547-8794
e-mail: ngoodnough@gmail.com
url:
www.nydar.org/
PURPOSE
To financially assist deserving Native American girls in
acquiring a higher education with a view toward developing
their full potential.
ELIGIBILITY
At least 50% Native American; Female; Graduated from an
accredited high school in New York State (NYS) with a B+
average; Reside in NYS and plan to attend or are attending
a college, university, or graduate school accredited by the
NYS Department of Education.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Criteria for award include general ability, character,
citizenship.
AWARDS
$1,000; may vary depending upon available funds.
Scholarship payment in two installments. One on August 1st
and the other January 1st.
DEADLINES
May 1, 2014 Filing Date for Entries.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application; Official High School Transcript; Proof
of at least 50% Native heritage; College Acceptance Letter;
Recommendation/Statement from High School Official;
Transcripts; Personal Statement of Educational Plans, Goals;
Small photo.
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SPONSOR
Native American Indian Education Association of New York
TITLE
NAIEA/NY SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Native American Indian Education Association of New York
c/o Monica Antone-Watson
15 Indian Territory
Oneida, NY 13421
315.363.9517 Monica Antone-Watson (after 5 p.m.)
Carol Kissam (Contact for Application)
Applications are also sent via email – contact
ckissam@stlawu.edu –
If you have any questions, call Carol at 315.229.5112
PURPOSE
To provide financial assistance to NYS Native American
students who demonstrate need and academic merit.
ELIGIBILITY
Must be an enrolled member or child of an enrolled member
from a recognized Tribe/Nation and must reside in New York
State.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
AWARDS
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Two Scholarships given Annually
Vary.
April 1, 2014
Complete Application; Official Tribal Certification; Letter of
Acceptance and Proof of Attendance; Typewritten or Clearly
Legible Personal Letter Expressing Need and Expected Use
of Scholarship.
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SPONSOR
Niagara County Community College Foundation, Inc.
TITLE
LOUISE HENRY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Joe Colosi
Student Development Center
3111 Saunders Settlement Road
Sanborn, NY 14132
phone: 716.614.6230
fax: 716.614.6814
e-mail: jcolosi@niagaracc.suny.edu
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
To provide assistance to Native American student(s)
attending Niagara County Community College in memory of
Louise Henry (Clan Mother,Turtle Clan, Tuscarora Nation)
who graduated from NCCC at the age of 66.
Applicants must be enrolled Tuscarora resident or a Native
American resident of the Tuscarora territory; have at least a
2.0 average in high school or college; and are an incoming or
current student at NCCC.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
The Louise Henry Scholarship Committee reserves selection
of scholarship winners. Application forms available from
NCCC Foundation or Financial Aid. Awarded in installments
contingent upon the student's successful completion of each
semester.
AWARDS
Vary. The amount and number of awards are based upon
Fund income.
DEADLINES
August 1, 2014
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application; Transcript; Three Letters of Reference.
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SPONSOR
Niagara County Community College Foundation, Inc.
TITLE
THE E. DORIS CHALSTREY SMITH MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Director
NCCC Foundation, Inc.
3111 Saunders Settlement Rd.
Sanborn, NY 14132
phone: 716.614.5910
fax: 716.614.5913
e-mail: dbrewer@niagaracc.suny
url: http://www.niagaracc.suny.edu/
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
AWARDS
To assist members of the Tuscarora Nation with their college
careers at Niagara County Community College (NCCC.)
Enrolled member of the Tuscarora Nation; Incoming or
current student of NCCC; Maintain a 2.5 GPA to be
considered for future awards.
Established in 1997 by George Charles and Beryl Smith in
memory of their mother and mother in law, respectively, who
lived for over 30 years as a Tuscaroran neighbor. Recipients
may reapply for second year funding.
Awards made from the interest of the endowed fund,
available for the Fall 2014 semester.
DEADLINES
To be determined.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application; Essay including information on career
goals and financial need; Transcript from your most recent
Semester (high school or college).
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SPONSOR
Onondaga Community College Foundation
TITLE
NATIVE AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIPS
ADMINISTRATOR
Onondaga Community College
Financial Aid Department
4585 W. Seneca Turnpike
Syracuse, New York 13215
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phone: 315.498.2291
fax: 315.498.2244
e-mail: faoinfo@sunyocc.edu
url:
www.sunyocc.edu
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Onondaga Community College Foundation’s Native American
Scholarships provide merit and financial need based
scholarships specifically for Native students attending OCC.
Registered OCC students with Native American ethnicity
noted on SUNY application & Federal Application for Student
Aid (FAFSA) in place. Candidates without FAFSA on file can
self identity with the Financial Aid Office at 315.498.2291
OCC Financial Aid Office will automatically identify eligible
students by ethnicity notation on SUNY application. Native
students are also considered for other scholarships
administered through the OCC Foundation.
AWARDS
Horowitz Native American Scholarship, JP Morgan Native
American Scholarship, Marjorie Sexton Native American
Scholarship, Onondaga Nation Native Scholarship,
Rosamond Gifford Endowed Scholarship, Gifford Emergency
Jump Start Awards. Amounts vary.
DEADLINES
Visit www.sunyocc.edu for information
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Various requirements, including FAFSA, application, essay,
documentation of Native American heritage.
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Religious Society of Friends New York Yearly Meeting
Indian Affairs Committee (IAC)
TITLE
STIPEND PROGRAM
ADMINISTRATOR
Indian Affairs Committee, New York Yearly Meeting -Quakers
Susan Wolf, Stipend Clerk
217 Rachel Carson Way
Ithaca, NY 14850
phone: 607.272.1618
e-mail: nyym.iacstipend@gmail.com
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
AWARDS
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
To provide a modest stipend to support students engaged in
furthering their studies. This is especially geared toward
students pursuing college and/or graduate studies in any
course of study. Stipends are also provided for artists
pursuing an art project independently (not as part of a college
program).
Any age student, but geared toward college students or
beyond.
The IAC is a small, volunteer committee with limited
resources that meets three times a year to consider stipend
applications: early April, late July, mid November.
Preference will be given to first-time applicants; those not
receiving stipends due to funding limitations will be
considered at the following meeting.
$450 or less; depends upon availability of funds - typically
$200-250.
Well in advance of IAC meetings in April, July and November
(see General Information.)
Complete Application Form; if possible, Documentation of
Tribal Enrollment; Name of Academic Advisor to contact for
further information; Transcripts and Recommendations are
helpful, but not required. We appreciate receiving a letter
from the applicant sharing some information about personal
goals and telling us how the stipend funds would be used.
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SPONSOR
Seneca Diabetes Foundation
TITLE
BARRY AND DEANNA SNYDER, SR., CHAIRMAN’S
SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Lucille White
Seneca Diabetes Foundation
P.O. Box 390
Irving, NY 14081
phone: 716.532.4900
e-mail: lwhite@sni.org
url:
fax: 716.532.6272
http://www.senecadiabetesfoundation.org/scholarships/chairman.htm
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
The Seneca Diabetes Foundation has established the Barry
and Deanna Snyder, Sr. Chairman’s Scholarship to assist a
Seneca Nation student pursuing a college or university degree
in the health or social services professions. It is the hope of
the Seneca Diabetes Foundation that the student receiving this
scholarship will use his or her education and training to benefit
the Seneca people, especially in regard to the fight against
diabetes, which affects approximately 50 percent of the
population.
Enrolled SNI member pursuing a college or university degree
in health or social services professions.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Awarding the Chairman’s Scholarship will be based primarily
on the student’s financial need, but also on involvement in
community and cultural activities, as well as personal assets
such as fortitude, leadership, integrity and a focus on
improving the quality of life for the Seneca people.
Applicants for this scholarship must have a minimum 3.0
GPA; and maintain that average for the second year in order
to receive funding for the second year.
AWARDS
The Barry and Deanna Snyder, Sr. Scholarship for $10,000
over the course of two years will be awarded to a Seneca
student who embodies those qualities.
DEADLINES
To be announced; Check website for deadline date.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application Form (available on website);
Documentation of Tribal Enrollment; Letter of Support from
Teacher/Academic Advisor; Copy of Most Recent Transcripts
and Proof of Academic Enrollment and/or Registration
Required.
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SPONSOR
Seneca Diabetes Foundation
TITLE
GERALDINE MEMMO SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Lucille White
Seneca Diabetes Foundation
P.O. Box 390
Irving, NY 14081
phone: 716.532.4900
e-mail: lwhite@sni.org
url:
fax: 716.532.6272
http://www.senecadiabetesfoundation.org/scholarships/memmo.htm
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
The Seneca Diabetes Foundation has established the
Geraldine Memmo Scholarship to assist a Seneca Nation
student pursuing a college or university degree in the health or
social services professions. It is the hope of the Seneca
Diabetes Foundation that the student receiving this scholarship
will use his or her education and training to benefit the Seneca
people, especially in regard to the fight against diabetes, which
affects approximately 50 percent of the population.
Enrolled SNI member pursuing a college or university degree
in health or social services professions.
Awarding the Geraldine Memmo Scholarship will be based
primarily on the student’s financial need, but also on
involvement in community and cultural activities, with an
interest in/research on Seneca/Native American history
and/or heritage and a focus on improving the quality of life for
the Seneca people.
AWARDS
$5,000 will be awarded annually.
DEADLINES
To be announced; Check website for deadline date.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application Form (available on website);
Documentation of Tribal Enrollment; Letter of Support from
Teacher/Academic Advisor; Copy of Most Recent Transcripts
and Proof of Academic Enrollment and/or Registration
Required.
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SPONSOR
Seneca Diabetes Foundation
TITLE
RUTH GOODE NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Lucille White
Seneca Diabetes Foundation
P.O. Box 390
Irving, NY 14081
phone: 716.532.4900
e-mail: lwhite@sni.org
url:
fax: 716.532.6272
http://www.senecadiabetesfoundation.org/scholarships/goode.htm
PURPOSE
The Seneca Diabetes Foundation has established the Ruth
Goode Nursing Scholarship to assist a Seneca Nation student
pursuing a college or university degree in the nursing field. It is
the hope of the Seneca Diabetes Foundation that the student
receiving this scholarship will use his or her medical training to
benefit the Seneca people.
ELIGIBILITY
Enrolled SNI member pursuing a college or university degree
in health or social services professions.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Ruth Goode, born in 1905 to a large family, was the only child
to pursue higher education. Working several jobs throughout
nursing school, Ruth graduated in 1928 as an RN. Ruth led
a long and industrious career spanning nearly fifty years. She
was respected by doctors and staff and trusted by patients.
She adhered to the highest standard in nursing and was an
asset to her profession. Students may apply for more than
one of the scholarships available through the Seneca
Diabetes Foundation.
AWARDS
$5,000 will be awarded annually.
DEADLINES
To be announced; Check website for deadline date.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application Form (available on website);
Documentation of Tribal Enrollment; Letter of Support from
Teacher/Academic Advisor; Copy of Most Recent Transcripts
and Proof of Academic Enrollment and/or Registration
Required.
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SPONSOR
Syracuse University; Doug & Mickey Sky Jones and Friends
TITLE
DISTANT DRUMS NATIVE AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
University College of Syracuse University
Financial Aid
700 University Avenue, Room 107
Syracuse, NY 13244
phone: 315.443.3261
e-mail: finaid@uc.syr.edu
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
fax: 315.443.6689
This endowed fund was established to provide perpetual
scholarship support for members of Iroquois Nations who are
pursuing part-time studies through University College of
Syracuse University.
Native American matriculated student at the University
College of Syracuse University, with preference given to
members of the Iroquois Nation; At least sophomore
standing; 2.0 GPA, must be in good academic standing.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
The Jones family collected donations from fellow crafters to
establish this endowed fund.
AWARDS
Vary; generally covers one 3-credit hour class.
DEADLINES
Open.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application Form, including Proof of Tribal
Enrollment (or Parent’s).
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SPONSOR
Syracuse University
TITLE
HAUDENOSAUNEE PROMISE SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Christopher Cartmill, Associate Director
Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship Programs
202 Archbold North
Syracuse, NY 13244
phone: 315.443.1513
fax: N/A
e-mail: scholar@syr.edu
url:
http://www.syr.edu/financialaid
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
AWARDS
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
The Promise expresses Syracuse University’s gratitude and
appreciation for the historical, political, and cultural legacies
of the Haudenosaunee and makes the university’s rich
educational experience available to admitted, qualified, first
year and transfer American Indian students.
Student must be admitted to SU; a certified citizen of a
Haudenosaunee nation. Have resided on Haudenosaunee
territory for a minimum of 4 years prior to and during their
enrollment at SU; Pursuing their first bachelor’s degree; file
for financial aid by published deadline; and maintain a fulltime status and meet the satisfactory academic progress
standards of the University.
Eligible territories include Seneca Nation, Cattaraugus,
Niagara Falls, Allegany, Oil Spring; Tuscarora; Onondaga;
Oneida – NY and of the Thames; Mohawk – Akwesasne,
Kanatsiohareke, Ganienke, Kahnawake, Kanesatake,
Tyendinaga; and Six Nations (Grand River, Canada);
Tonawanda Seneca
Financial assistance equal to the cost of tuition, housing and
meals (on-campus), and mandatory fees for each year of full
time undergraduate study.
January 1
November 15
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
In addition to SU Admissions Application Requirements:
Completed Haudenosaunee Promise Application, available
Online at: www.syr.edu/financialaid.
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Public (Federal) and Privately Funded
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SPONSOR
The Udall Foundation
TITLE
UDALL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
ADMINISTRATOR
Paula Randler, Program Manager
130 South Scott Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85701-1922
phone: 520.901.8564
e-mail: randler@udall.gov
url:
www.udall.gov
PURPOSE
fax: 520.670.5530
Foundation established in 1992 to honor Congressman Morris K. Udall
and Secretary of Interior Stewart L. Udall, both of whose service was
distinguished by civility, integrity, and consensus. They protected the
environment and natural resources and championed rights of Americans
Indians/Alaska Natives and strengthened tribal self-governance.
ELIGIBILITY
Any students who are college sophomores or juniors in the current
academic year with outstanding potential in fields related to the
environment, including, but not limited, to governance, law, education,
sustainability, economic development, engineering, biology, and natural
resource conservation.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
American Indian/Alaska Native students who are college sophomores or
juniors in the current academic year with outstanding potential, in fields
related to Native American health care or tribal public policy, including but
not limited to governance, law, education, cultural preservation,
economic development, natural resource conservation, public health, and
any other area of importance to American Indian/Alaska Native
Communities.
AWARDS
Student must be nominated by faculty representatives at 2-year and
4-year institutions; student may request their school’s
representation. One year of support per application year. Scholars
must attend orientation weekend August 5-10, 2014. See website
for nomination procedures, materials, and faculty representatives.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
50 scholarships of up to $5,000 each for the cost of tuition, room and
board, or other educational expenses will be awarded in 2014. The award
includes Scholar Orientation in Tucson and lifetime membership in the
Scholar alumni community; 50 honorable mentions to sophomore and
junior level college students. Honorable mentions are invited to join the
Scholar alumni community.
DEADLINES
March 5, 2014. Receipt deadline for all nominations to Udall Scholarship
Committee. Note: online application materials available in October;
internal institution deadlines at discretion of faculty representative.
Complete Online Application; Essay; Independent Evaluations of
Nominee; Nominee Survey; Official Transcripts.
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SPONSOR
U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services Indian Health Service
TITLE
HEALTH PROFESSIONS PREGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
PL 94-437 Section 103.b.2 (03.971 OMB)
ADMINISTRATOR
Indian Health Service Scholarship Programs
801 Thompson Avenue – Suite 120
Rockville, MD 20852
ph:
url:
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
301.443.6197
www.ihs.gov/scholarship
To provide financial support for American Indians to enroll in
courses leading to a bachelor degree in specific preprofessional areas (i.e. premedicine, predentistry, preoptometry and
prepodiatry)
American Indian/Alaska Native (federal/state recognized);
Accepted or enrolled in full or part time bachelor degree
program to prepare for admission to an accredited medical,
podiatry, dental or optometry school to meet priority staffing
needs identified by IHS; Capacity to complete course of
study; Intend to serve Indian people upon completion of
education.
Online application will be available in December 2013.
See website for application and priority areas. Submit early
for technical review by the Scholarship Program Staff. May
apply annually for up to 4 academic years full time or up to 8
academic years part time. Priority to Juniors and Seniors;
Recipients who meet continued eligibility requirements are
given priority consideration for additional periods of support
with reapplication; tuition and fees award, only.
Annual awards vary. Funds appropriated by Congress.
AWARDS
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
February 28, 2014 (continuation application)
March 28, 2014 (new application)
Complete Application. See website for complete instructions.
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SPONSOR
U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services Indian Health Service
TITLE
HEALTH PROFESSIONS PREPARATORY SCHOLARSHIP
PL 94-437, Section 103(b) (1) (93.123 OMB)
ADMINISTRATOR
Indian Health Service Scholarship Programs
801 Thompson Avenue – Suite 120
Rockville, MD 20852
ph:
url:
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
301.443.6197
http://www.ihs.gov/scholarship
To assist American Indians to enroll in courses to prepare for
admission into health professions schools in the U.S.;
Courses may be compensatory (to improve science, math, or
other basic skills and knowledge) or preprofessional (to
qualify for admission into health professions program.)
American Indian/Alaska Native (federal/state recognized);
Accepted/enrolled in full or part time compensatory, preprofessional, or general education curriculum identified as a
priority within IHS; Capacity to complete course of study;
Minimum GPA of 2.0 to apply or continue. Intend to serve
Indian people upon completion of curriculum.
Online application will be available in December 2013.
Application and priority areas available on website. Submit
application early for technical review by the Scholarship
Program Staff. Scholarship is available for up to 2 years full
time study or 4 years part time study, with reapplication;
tuition and fees award, only. Reapplicants who meet
requirements and recommendations are given priority for
additional periods of funding.
AWARDS
Annual awards vary. Funds appropriated by Congress.
DEADLINES
February 28, 2014 (continuation application)
March 28, 2014 (new application)
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application. See website for complete instructions
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SPONSOR
U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services Indian Health Service
TITLE
INDIAN HEALTH SCHOLARSHIP (PROFESSIONS)
PL 94-437, Section 104 (93.972 OMB)
ADMINISTRATOR
Indian Health Service Scholarship Programs
801 Thompson Avenue – Suite 120
Rockville, MD 20852
ph:
url:
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
301.443.6197
www.ihs.gov/scholarship
To provide assistance to American Indian students enrolled
in health professions and allied health professions programs
in the U.S.
American Indian/Alaska Native (federally recognized);
Accepted or enrolled in a full or part time study program
leading to a degree in a health related profession identified
as a priority by IHS; Agree to service obligation and pay-back
requirements as condition of award; 2.0 GPA required for
new and continued eligibility.
Application will be available online December 2013. See
website for application and priority areas. Submit application
early for technical review by the Scholarship Program Staff.
Scholarship awarded for 1 year, requires reapplication for up
to 4 years for full time or 8 years for part time; Priority to
Juniors, Seniors, Graduate Students unless specified
otherwise in priority listing; tuition, fees, and other related
costs award.
Annual awards vary. Funds appropriated by Congress.
AWARDS
DEADLINES
February 28, 2014 (continuation application)
March 28, 2014 (new application)
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application; See website for complete instructions.
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SPONSOR
U. S. Department of Interior - Bureau of Indian Education
(BIE)
TITLE
Indian Education – Higher Education Grant Program
ADMINISTRATOR
Donna E.S. Jetty
South & Eastern States Agency
545 Marriott Drive, #720
Nashville, TN 37214
phone: 701-426-3345
fax: 701-854-7280
PURPOSE
To administer the Higher Education Grant Program to eligible
undergraduate Indian students attending an accredited
institution of higher education who are members of federally
recognized tribes.
ELIGIBILITY
Enrolled member of federally recognized Tonawanda
Seneca, Cayuga, Oneida, Onondaga, Tuscarora Nations;
Accepted in an accredited institution of higher education;
Have financial need as determined by the Institution's
Financial Aid Office.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Reapplication required for continued funding.
Note: Seneca Nation of Indians and St. Regis Mohawks
and Oneida administer BIE funds through their respective
Higher Education Programs (see pages 3 and 5 for
information), however, a smaller award is available for
these members.
AWARDS
Vary.
DEADLINES
June 30th for following Academic Year.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application Form; Verification of Acceptance;
Transcripts; Certified Financial Aid Assessment; Tribal
Certification or Documentation.
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Accenture American Indian Scholarship Fund
SPONSOR
ACCENTURE UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS
TITLE
ADMINISTRATOR
American Indian Graduate Center
3701 San Mateo Blvd., NE # 200
Albuquerque, NM 87110
phone: 505.881.4584
800.628.1920
e-mail: marveline@aigcs.org
url:
www.aigcs.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
fax: 505.884.0427
The Accenture American Indian Scholarship fund meets a
vital need for American Indian and Alaska Native students
seeking higher education and requiring financial assistance.
Accenture will award scholarships to high-achieving
American Indian and Alaska Native students seeking
degrees and careers in fields of study including: various
engineering, computer science, operations management,
finance, marketing and other business oriented fields.
Applicants must be an incoming college (undergraduate
freshman). Applicants will be evaluated based on academic
excellence, demonstrated leadership ability, commitment to
preserving American Indian culture and communities, and
proof of enrollment in a federally recognized American
Indian/Alaska Native tribe.
Complete the AIGC 2014-2015 Accenture American Indian
Scholarship Online Application. The AIGC Online Application
System will be available December 2013 at aigcs.org.
AWARDS
Amount Varies
DEADLINES
June 15, 2014
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
A copy of Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB), unofficial
undergraduate academic transcript, resume, essay as
described on application, two letters of recommendation (one
from educational professional and one from an individual
who know your leadership and community service activities)
and a financial aid award letter.
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SPONSOR
American Indian College Fund
TITLE
FULL CIRCLE SCHOLARSHIPS
ADMINISTRATOR
American Indian College Fund
ATTN: Scholarships Team
8333 Greenwood Boulevard
Denver, CO 80221
phone: 800.776.3863
fax: 303.479.9150
e-mail: scholarships@collegefund.org
url: www.collegefund.org/scholarships
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
AWARDS
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
These scholarships are funded through partnerships with
corporate, foundation, tribal, and private donors.
U.S. Citizen; Enrolled full-time in any US public, private (nonprofit), or tribal college or university; enrolled member of a
federal or state recognized tribe, or have an enrolled
parent/grandparent; applicants must have a minimum GPA of
2.0; complete on-line application.
The Full Circle Scholarship Program is administered by the
American Indian College Fund and awards are based on
merit and/or financial need. Amounts range from $1,000 to
$15,000 per year.
Amount varies, visit website for details on specific awards.
Applications accepted between January 1st and May 31st for
the next school year.
Online application can be found at website; digital photo;
transcripts; proof of tribal registration.
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SPONSOR
National Relief Charities
American Indian Education Foundation (AIEF)
TITLE
UNDERGRADUATE and GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS
ADMINISTRATOR
Murray Lee, Scholarship Specialist
2401 Eglin Street
Rapid City, SD 57703
phone: 1.866.866.8642
fax: 605.342.4113
e-mail: mlee@nrc1.org
url:
www.aiefprograms.org
PURPOSE
To support American Indian students in achieving their
dreams through completion of post secondary education
ELIGIBILITY
Graduating High School Senior or non-traditional student
pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies; 14+ ACT;
Native American/Alaskan Native descent; will attend an
accredited 2 or 4 year college/university/graduate program or
a vocational technical school as a full time student.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis. Recipients
must reapply each year; a national committee makes
selections based on overall assessment. Application may be
downloaded from web site, must be submitted by U.S. mail in
one packet – only transcripts or institutional acceptance
letters may be sent separately.
AWARDS
$2,000 Undergraduate and Graduate Scholarships for
Academic Year.
April 4, 2014
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Signed/Dated Application; High School Transcript;
SAT or ACT Scores; CIB or other documentation of tribal
affiliation; Photo; Essay (application outline provided.)
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American Indian Graduate Center
SPONSOR
FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
TITLE
ADMINISTRATOR
American Indian Graduate Center
3701 San Mateo Blvd., NE # 200
Albuquerque, NM 87110
phone: 505.881.4584
800.628.1920
e-mail: marveline@aigcs.org
url:
www.aigcs.org
fax: 505.884.0427
PURPOSE
The AIGC fellowship program provides fellowships to
American Indian and Alaska Native graduate students
seeking graduate and professional degrees. Graduate
fellowships are available, for any field of study, at any
nationally accredited institution of higher education. The
fellowship amount is typically between $1,000 and $5,000
per academic year (not including summer), and varies from
year to year, depending on the availability of funds and
unmet financial need.
ELIGIBILITY
To be considered for an AIGC fellowship, the applicant must
be: Pursuing a post baccalaureate graduate or professional
degree as a full time student at an accredited institution in
the U.S.; Able to demonstrate financial need; Be an enrolled
member of a federally recognized American Indian or Alaska
Native group, or provide documentation of descendency
(possess one-fourth degree federally recognized Indian
blood).
GENERAL
INFORMATION
AWARDS
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
All graduate fellowships require completion of the AIGC
2014-2015 Fellowship Online Application. The AIGC Online
Application System will be available December 2013 at
aigcs.org.
Vary based upon financial need.
June 1, 2014
Complete Application with Fee; Essay as described on
application; Tribal Eligibility Certificate directly from
enrollment officer; Financial Need Form directly from
Financial Aid.
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SPONSOR
American Indian Science & Engineering Society (AISES)
TITLE
A.T. ANDERSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
ADMINISTRATOR
Lisa Paz, Program Officer
P.O. Box 9828
Albuquerque, NM 87119-9828
phone: 505.765.1052 ext. 107
fax: 505.765.5608
e-mail: lpaz@aises.org
url:
http://www.aises.org/what/programs/scholarships/ata
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
This program was established in 1983 in memory of chemical
engineer and visionary mentor A.T. Anderson (Mohawk), a
former consultant to the U.S. Congress on American Indian
Affairs, one of AISES’ six founders, and AISES’ first
Executive Director.
Member of AISES; Enrolled American Indian or at least 1/4
blood or considered American Indian by the tribe with which
affiliation claimed; Full time undergraduate or graduate
student at an accredited four year college/university or an
accredited two year college in a program leading to an
academic degree; Majoring in math, physical science,
engineering, medicine, science, or natural resources;
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
The A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship is AISES’ largest
scholarship program. Administered by AISES, this program
awards scholarships to college students pursuing degrees in
the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, and
math. $100,000 in scholarships were awarded to 85 students
in 2009. The students are selected based on exceptional
academic merit and leadership.
AWARDS
$1,000 Undergraduate
$2,000 Graduate
DEADLINES
To be determined – check website in January 2014
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application Form; Official Transcripts; Proof of
Tribal Enrollment of Descendancy; Personal Essay: Resume;
Two Recommendation Forms and Letters; AISES
Membership and Dues if not current.
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SPONSOR
Association on American Indian Affairs, Inc. (AAIA)
TITLE
GRADUATE AND UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS
FOR NATIVE AMERICAN STUDENTS
ADMINISTRATOR
Lisa Wyzlic, Director of Scholarship Program
966 Hungerford Drive
Suite 12-B
Rockville, MD 20850
phone: 240.314.7155
e-mail: lw.aaia@verizon.net
url:
www.indian-affairs.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
AWARDS
fax: 240.314.7159
Since 1922, AAIA has been dedicated to helping Native
American people and communities meet challenges by
developing new and creative ways to focus resources where
they are most needed today.
Full time American Indian/Alaska Native students,
undergraduate only; at least 1/4 degree Indian blood from a
federally recognized tribe.
See www.indian-affairs.org at the end of February for more
information.
To be announced.
DEADLINES
Check website for acceptance period
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
See website for requirements.
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SPONSOR
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
TITLE
GATES MILLENIUM SCHOLARS PROGRAM 2013
ADMINISTRATOR
The Gate Millenium Scholars
PO Box 10500
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044
phone: 877.690.4677
url: http://www.gmsp.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program, funded by a
grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was
established in 1999 to provide outstanding African American,
American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian Pacific Islander
American**, and Hispanic American students with an
opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education
in any discipline area of interest. Continuing Gates
Millennium Scholars may request funding for a graduate
degree program in one of the following discipline areas:
computer science, education, engineering, library science,
mathematics, public health or science.
U.S. Citizen; American-Indian/Alaska Native, High School
Senior/High School Graduate or must have your GED;
Minimum GPA of 3.3
The increasing diversity of our society reminds us that all of
America's citizens must have access to higher education if
our nation is to sustain and advance itself as a global,
competitive democracy in the new millennium. The future of
our economy and quality of life depend upon the preparation
of a diverse cadre of leaders who can help build a stronger
society. These potential leaders, especially those drawn from
groups that have traditionally and historically been denied
access to higher education, require the necessary support
and opportunities to earn and complete a college education.
AWARDS
$1,000
DEADLINES
January 15, 2014
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Online application and supporting documents, find via
website http://www.gmsp.org.
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SPONSOR
Catching the Dream (CTD)
TITLE
MATH, ENGINEERING, SCIENCE, BUSINESS,
EDUCATION, AND COMPUTERS (MESBEC)
ADMINISTRATOR
Dean Chavers, Ph. D.
Catching the Dream
8200 Mountain Road NE, Suite 203
Albuquerque, NM 87110
phone: 505.262.2351 ext. 116
fax: 505.262.0534
e-mail: nscholarsh@aol.com
*Subject Line: Scholarship Application Request
url:
www.catchingthedream.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
CTD seeks to improve the quality of life for Indian people by
providing scholarships for high achieving American Indians in
fields critical to the economic, environmental, educational,
social and business development of Indian Communities.
Application Form required; May be entering freshmen,
undergraduate or graduate students, doctoral or postdoctoral
candidates; At least 1/4 degree Indian blood and Member of
a U.S. tribe; Attending or planning to attend a college or
university within the US on a full-time basis; Maintain a high
GPA; High ACT/SAT scores; and apply to all other funding
sources.
Not need-based; Scholarships awarded on merit to students
who have clear goals and will most likely improve the lives of
Indian people; CTD provides supplementary scholarship
funding for those who have received college funding from
other sources. Competition is very intense.
AWARDS
Range from $500 to $5,000 per academic year.
DEADLINES
March 15
April 15
September 15
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Summer Session
Fall Semester/Quarter
Spring Semester/Quarter
Complete Application Packet, Including Certificate of Indian
Blood; Essay; Three Letters of Recommendation; Financial
Need Analysis Form; Official Transcripts; Copy of
Standardized Test Scores and Applications to Other
Scholarship Sources; Copy of Letter of Admission.
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SPONSOR
Catching the Dream (CTD)
TITLE
NATIVE AMERICAN LEADERSHIP IN EDUCATION (NALE)
ADMINISTRATOR
Catching the Dream
8200 Mountain Road NE, Suite 203
Albuquerque, NM 87110
phone: 505.262.2351 ext. 116
fax: 505.262.0534
e-mail: nscholarsh@aol.com
*Subject Line: Scholarship Application Request
url:
www.catchingthedream.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
NALE is for Indian people who are working in schools as
paraprofessionals. The program provides financial
assistance to help them earn teaching credentials, counselor
certification, or administrative credentials.
Application Form required; May be entering freshmen,
undergraduate or graduate students, doctoral or postdoctoral
candidates; At least 1/4 degree Indian blood and Member of
a U.S. tribe; Attending or planning to attend a college or
university within the US on a full-time basis; Maintain a high
GPA; High ACT/SAT scores; and apply to all other funding
sources.
Not need-based; Scholarships awarded on merit to students
who have clear goals and will most likely improve the lives of
Indian people; CTD provides supplementary scholarship
funding for those who have received college funding from
other sources.
Range from $500 to $5,000 per academic year.
AWARDS
DEADLINES
March 15
April 15
September 15
Summer Session
Fall Semester/Quarter
Spring Semester/Quarter
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application Packet, Includes Certificate of Indian
Blood; Essay; Three Letters of Recommendation; Financial
Need Analysis Form; Official Transcripts; Standardized Test
Scores and Applications to Other Scholarship Sources; Copy
of Letter of Admission.
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SPONSOR
Catching the Dream (CTD)
TITLE
TRIBAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (TBM)
ADMINISTRATOR
Catching the Dream
8200 Mountain Road NE, Suite 203
Albuquerque, NM 87110
phone: 505.262.2351 ext. 116
fax: 505.262.0534
e-mail: nscholarsh@aol.com
*Subject Line: Scholarship Application Request
url:
www.catchingthedream.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
TBM provides financial assistance to Indian people who plan
to work in economic development for tribes.
Application Form required; May be entering freshmen,
undergraduate or graduate students, doctoral or postdoctoral
candidates; At least 1/4 degree Indian blood and Member of
a U.S. tribe; Attending or planning to attend a college or
university within the US on a full-time basis; Maintain a high
GPA; High ACT/SAT scores; and apply to all other funding
sources. Major in business, finance, management,
economics, banking, hotel management, and related fields.
TBM is nationwide and is not based on need. Scholarships
awarded on merit to students who have clear goals and will
most likely improve the lives of Indian people; CTD provides
supplementary scholarship funding for those who have
received college funding from other sources.
Range from $500 to $5,000 per academic year.
AWARDS
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
March 15
April 15
September 15
Summer Session
Fall Semester/Quarter
Spring Semester/Quarter
Complete Application Packet, Includes Certificate of Indian
Blood; Essay; Three Letters of Recommendation; Financial
Need Analysis Form; Official Transcripts; Standardized Test
Scores and Applications to Other Scholarship Sources; Copy
of Letter of Admission.
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SPONSOR
Johns Hopkins Center for American Indian Health
TITLE
NATIVE VISION SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Marlena Hammen, Coordinator
Native Vision Scholarship
Johns Hopkins Center for American Indian Health
621 North Washington St.
Baltimore, MD 21205
phone: 410.955.6931
e-mail: mhammen@jhsph.edu
url:
www.nativevision.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
fax: 410.955.2010
Established in 1996, Native Vision makes annual college
scholarships of $5,000 to outstanding American Indian young
people with a commitment to education, athletics and
leadership.
High School Senior; Enrolled member of a federally
recognized tribe; Any American Indian high school senior
who has been accepted to college may apply.
A competitive, national application process, reviewed by a
Selection Committee;. Native Vision – A Healthy Future for
Native Youth – sponsors Native Vision camp for youth from
across the country, professional/collegiate athletes, and
health experts.
AWARDS
Two (2) $5,000 Scholarships.
DEADLINES
Applications are accepted between March and May;
scholarships are awarded in June.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application with (2) Letters of Reference; Tribal
documentation or CIBC; High School Transcript; Essay (200
words) explaining future goals, how goals relate to continued
involvement in American Indian communities, and how this
scholarship will help you achieve your dreams.
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SPONSOR
International Order of the King's Daughters & Sons
TITLE
NORTH AMERICAN INDIAN DEPARTMENT
SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
IOKDS
North American Indian Department Director
P. O. Box 1040
Chautauqua, NY, 14722-1040
Phone: 1-716-357-4951
Fax: 1-716-357-3762
url: http://www.iokds.org/scholarship.html
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
AWARDS
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Scholarships are supplemental aid for technical, vocational,
or college training.
Must be an undergraduate student taking a minimum of 9
credit hours each semester/quarter; Each student must
request application personally, in writing, between October 1 March 1; Scholarship recipients must send personal
acknowledgment and campus address.
Requests for application and application packet must include
a stamped, self-addressed business envelope; Only one
family member may receive an award in any one year;
Awards are sent directly to the college and are renewable.
$500 - 700.
March 1st
Complete Application Form; Proof of Tribal Enrollment: Two
Letters of Recommendation; Copy of Acceptance Letter;
Official Transcript; Personal Statement; Self-Addressed
Stamped Envelope.
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SPONSOR
Intertribal Timber Council
TITLE
TRUMAN D. PICARD SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Intertribal Timber Council
Attn: Education Committee
1112 NE 21st Avenue, Suite 4
Portland, OR 97232-2114
phone: 503.282.4296
e-mail: itc1@teleport.com
url:
www.itcnet.org
fax: 503.282.1274
PURPOSE
The Intertribal Timber Council is dedicated to supporting
American Indian and Alaska Native students pursuing higher
education in the natural resources by sponsoring a
scholarship in honor of Truman D. Picard.
ELIGIBILITY
Pursuing higher education to study Natural Resources; High
school student graduating in 2014 or student currently
attending an institution of higher education; Enrolled member
of federally recognized tribe or Alaska Native Corporation as
established by the U.S. government.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Must demonstrate commitment to education, community and
culture, academic merit, financial need, and interest in
Natural Resources as a profession.
AWARDS
Graduating High School Seniors
Currently Enrolled College Students
$2,000 each
$2,500 each
DEADLINES
January 17, 2014 by 5:00 pm PST
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Letter of Application; Resume; Three Letters of Reference;
Validated Proof of Enrollment - U.S. Federally Recognized
Tribe or Native Alaska Corporation; Letter of Acceptance or
Enrollment in area of Natural Resources; Transcript.
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SPONSOR
National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Foundation
TITLE
CONSUELO W. GOSNELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
NASW Foundation
Executive Office
750 First Street, N.E, Suite 700
Washington, D.C. 20002-4241
phone: 202.408.8600 ext. 504
e-mail: naswfoundation@naswdc.org
url:
www.naswfoundation.org/gosnell.asp
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
To support MSW degree candidates committed to working
with American Indian/Alaska Native and Hispanic/Latino
populations or in public and voluntary nonprofit agency
settings.
NASW Member in good standing; Accepted/Enrolled in a
CSWE accredited MSW program; Potential for completing an
MSW; 3.0 GPA.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Scholarships awarded annually for one academic year. May
reapply for part or all of a second year. Application may be
downloaded from NASW Foundation website.
AWARDS
Awards vary
DEADLINES
Applications accepted January 15- March 5, 2014
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application Form; Biographical Essay; Statement
and Documentation of Merit and Need; Two Letters of
Support from Professional References; Official Transcript;
Copy of Application or Letter of Acceptance; Letter from
Academic Advisor (for continuing graduate students only.)
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SPONSOR
National Indian Education Association (NIEA)
TITLE
JOHN C. ROUILLARD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
ALICE TONEMAH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Awards Committee Chair
110 Maryland Ave., NE, Ste. 104
Washington, DC 20002
phone: 202.544.7290
url:
www.niea.org
e-mail: membership@niea.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
fax: 202.544.7293
NIEA has established four scholarships for nominations
among members; the John Rouillard and Alice Tonemah
Scholarships recognize demonstrated leadership and role
model qualities, academic achievement, creativity, and
commitment to education.
American Indian or Alaska Native currently enrolled full time,
pursuing an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral
degree; Must be a member of NIEA to nominate and student
must also be a member.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Nomination forms are contained in the NIEA’s annual Call to
Convention, generally distributed in June-July. Scholarship
winners are announced at the annual fall convention
banquet. Membership fees may be submitted with
nomination.
AWARDS
$1,000 - 2,500.
DEADLINES
Applications Available: April 1, 2014
Applications Due: June 15, 2014
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Nomination Form with one-page justification;
Biographical Information; Examples of Work; Supporting
Documentation; Membership Card Copy; Copy of College I.D.
and Enrollment Status; Transcripts; Two Letters of
Recommendation; Photo May be Requested.
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SPONSOR
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
TITLE
AMERICAN INDIAN SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
National Vice Chairman, DAR American Indians Committee
638 Valencia Drive
Boulder City, NV 89005-1520
url: http://www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm
PURPOSE
The American Indians Committee of National Society
Daughters of the American Revolution awards scholarships
to help Native American students of any age, any tribe, in any
state striving to get an education. Awards based upon
financial need, and academic achievement.
ELIGIBILITY
All applicants must be Native American, in financial need,
and have a grade point average of at least 3.25. There will
be no exceptions.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Incomplete applications will be discarded. One-time award
sent directly to the school. Download application at website
above.
AWARDS
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
$1,000.00
February 15, 2014
Complete Application; Letter with Family History, Financial
Status, Educational Objective; Proof of Indian Blood; Official
Transcript; Three Letters of Recommendation; SelfAddressed, Stamped Envelope if reply requested.
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SPONSOR
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
TITLE
FRANCES CRAWFORD MARVIN AMERICAN INDIAN
SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
National Vice Chairman, DAR American Indians Committee
638 Valencia Drive
Boulder City, NV 89005-1520url:
http://www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
The American Indians Committee of National Society,
Daughters of the American Revolution, awards scholarships
to help Native American students of any age, any tribe, in any
state striving to get an education. Awards based upon
financial need and academic achievement.
Applicants must be Native Americans and proof of American
Indian blood is required by letter or proof papers. Students
must demonstrate financial need, academic achievement,
and have a 3.25 GPA or higher. A recipient may reapply for
this scholarship and be considered along with other members
of the applicant pool.
Incomplete applications will be discarded. Award sent
directly to the school. Download application at website
above.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
AWARDS
Vary depending upon return of the endowment, but is a
substantial amount.
February 15, 2014
DEADLINES
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Application; Letter with Family History, Financial
Status, Educational Objective; Proof of Indian Blood; Official
Transcript; Three Letters of Recommendation; SelfAddressed, Stamped Envelope if reply requested.
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SPONSOR
Society for American Archaeology (SAA)
TITLE
SAA ARTHUR C. PARKER SCHOLARSHIP & NSF SCHOLARSHIPS
FOR ARCHAEOLOGICAL TRAINING
SAA NATIVE AMERICAN UNDERGRADUATE OR GRADUATE
ARCHAEOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP
ADMINISTRATOR
Scholarship Applications
1111 14th St. NW, Suite 800
Washington, D.C. 20005
phone: 202.789.8200
e-mail: nasf@saa.org
url:
www.saa.org
PURPOSE
ELIGIBILITY
GENERAL
INFORMATION
fax: 202.789.0284
Together these scholarships support training in
archaeological methods, including fieldwork, analytical
techniques, and curation.
These scholarships are intended for current students–high
school seniors, college undergraduates, and graduate
students–and personnel of Tribal or other Native cultural
preservation programs. High school students must be
currently enrolled as seniors to be eligible. Undergraduates
and graduate students must be enrolled in an accredited
college or university. Native Americans and Pacific Islanders
from the U.S., including U.S. Trust Territories, and
Indigenous peoples from Canada are eligible for these
scholarships.
These scholarships will support attendance at training
programs in archaeological methods offered by accredited
colleges or universities. Other types of archaeological
methods training programs will be considered on a case by
case basis. The scholarship awards may be used to cover
tuition and expenses. The cost of tuition for an award
recipient will be paid directly to the training program.
AWARDS
Amounts Vary.
DEADLINES
December 16, 2014
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
See website for more information:
http://saa.org/AbouttheSociety/Awards/SAANativeAmericanS
cholarships/tabid/163/Default.aspx
Academic Year 2014-2015
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SPONSOR
Wells Fargo American Indian Scholarship Fund
TITLE
WELLS FARGO SCHOLARS
ADMINISTRATOR
American Indian Graduate Center Scholars
3701 San Mateo Blvd., NE # 200
Albuquerque, NM 27110
phone: 505.881.4584
800.628.1920
e-mail: marveline@aigcs.org
url:
www.aigcs.org
fax: 505.884.0427
PURPOSE
The fund seeks to promote academic achievement and
success for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN)
students pursuing an education in Business and a career in
the gaming, tourism, financial and hospitality industries.
ELIGIBILITY
This scholarship is funded by the Wells Fargo and
administered by American Indian Graduate Center. To be
considered for the Wells Fargo scholarship, an applicant
must: Be an enrolled member of a United States federally
recognized American Indian tribe or Alaska Native group; Be
pursuing a career and degree in fields relating to banking,
resort management, gaming operations, management and
administration, including accounting, finance, information
technology and human resources; Be a undergraduate
college junior or senior, or first-year graduate student at a
U.S. accredited college or university as full time and degree
seeking; Undergraduate and Graduate applicants must
have a cumulative average GPA of a 3.00 on a 4.00 scale at
the time of application and demonstrate financial need.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Complete the 2014-2015 AIGC Wells Fargo American Indian
Scholarship Online Application. The AIGC Online Application
System will be available December 2013 at aigcs.org.
AWARDS
DEADLINES
Amount Varies
To be determined.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
Complete Online Application; essay about your most
outstanding intellectual endeavor; Nomination Letter; Letter
of Recommendation; Official Academic Transcript; Tribal
Eligibility Certification; Financial Aid Award Letter.
NATIVE AMERICAN SUNY: W ESTERN CONSORTIUM
2014 FINANCIAL AID DIRECTORY
Appendix
Tribal Enrollment and Certification
Directory of Educational and Career Support Programs
Higher Education
Reservation Based
Urban Based
Resources
Help with Homework
Tests
Planning
College Information
Financial Aid
Scholarships
Native American Resources
Application Checklist
Index - By Deadline Date
TRIBAL ENROLLMENT AND CERTIFICATION
SENECA NATION OF INDIANS (SNI)
Clerk, Seneca Nation of Indians
Cattaraugus Territory
12837 Rt. 438, Irving, NY 14081
Tel: 716.532.4900
or
Allegany Territory
90 Ohiyo Way
Box 231, Salamanca, NY 14779
Tel: 716.945.1790
TONAWANDA SENECA NATION
Darwin Hill, Clerk
Tonawanda Seneca Nation
7027 Meadville Rd.
Basom, NY 14013
Tel: 716.542.4244
CAYUGA NATION
Cayuga Nation Office
P.O. Box 803
Seneca Falls, NY 13148
Tel: 315.568.0750
TUSCARORA NATION
Chief Leo Henry, Clerk of the Nation
Tuscarora Nation
2006 Mt. Hope Rd.
Lewiston, NY 14092
Tel: 716.297.1148 – answering service
ONONDAGA NATION
Irving Powless, Jr., Chief
Box 319B; Onondaga Nation
Via Nedrow, NY 13120
ONEIDA NATION OF NEW YORK
Oneida Nation Executive Offices, Clerk
P. O. Box 1
Vernon, NY 13476
Tel: 1.800.685.6115
SHINNECOCK NATION
Tribal Enrollment Interim Directory
Enrollment and Vital Records Office
Tel: 631-204.9297
ST. REGIS MOHAWK
St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, Clerk
412 State Route 37
Akwesasne, NY 13655
Tel: 518.358.2272
APPENDIX
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EDUCATIONAL AND CAREER SUPPORT PROGRAMS
HIGHER EDUCATION
NATIVE AMERICAN SUNY: WESTERN CONSORTIUM
STAFF
Cheryl John, Director
Karen Tarnowski, Secretary
e: cheryl.john@fredonia.edu
SUNY Fredonia
E116 Thompson Hall
Fredonia, NY 14063
ph: 716.673.3170
800.851.5020
fax: 716.673.3478
url: www.fredonia.edu/na
COMMUNITIES
SENECA NATION OF INDIANS
Higher Education Programs
Cattaraugus Territory
12861 Route 438, Irving, NY 14081
ph: 716.532.4900 or
716.532.3341
Allegany Territory
P.O. Box 231
Salamanca, NY 14779
ph: 716.945.1790 ext. 3103
TONAWANDA SENECA NATION
Darwin Hill, Clerk
7027 Meadville Rd.
Basom, NY 14013
ph: 716.542.4244
fax: 716.542.4008
e: tonseneca@aol.com
TUSCARORA NATION
Kenneth Patterson, Chief
1967 Upper Mountain Road
Lewiston, NY 14092
ph: 716.417.7764
CAYUGA NATION
Clint Halftown
P. O. Box 803
Seneca Falls, NY 13148
ph: 315.568.0750
fax: 315.568.0752
e: Clint.Halftown@gmail.com
ONONDAGA NATION
Irving Powless, Jr., Chief
Box 319 B, Onondaga Nation
via Nedrow, NY 13120
ph: 315.492.4210
fax: 315.469.1725
Wendy Gonyea
Onondaga Nation Communications
RR1 Box 258C
Nedrow, NY 13120
ph: 315.492.1922
315.469.4717
fax: 315.469.1725
APPENDIX
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HIGHER EDUCATION
NATIVE AMERICAN SUNY: WESTERN CONSORTIUM, CONTINUED
CAMPUS LIAISONS - SUNY
Empire State College - SUNY
Eric Bridges, Multicultural Advisor
2875 Union Rd, Cheektowaga, NY 14227
Sandra Johnson
PO Box 251; 260 N. Union St., Olean, NY 14760
ph: 716.686.7800 ext 3833
e: eric.bridges@esc.edu
ph: 716.376.7565
e: sandraj812@gmail.com
Erie Community College
Eleanor Paterson, Director, Bilingual Program
121 Ellicott St., Buffalo, NY 14203
ph: 716.851.1049
e: patersonec@ecc.edu
Genesee Community College
Victoria Campbell, Retention Advisor
Student Support Service Program, B114
One College Road, Batavia, NY 14020
ph: 585.343.0055 ext 6285
e: VLCampbell@genesee.edu
Warren Sky, Jr.; Outreach Specialist
Adult Educational Opportunity Center
One College Road, Batavia, NY 14020
Jamestown Community College
Shannon E. Bessette, Anthropology Dept.
525 Falconer St., Jamestown, NY 14702-0020
Meghan McCune, Anthropology Instructor
260 N. Union St., Olean, NY 14760-5901
e: wskye@rochester.rr.com
ph: 716.665.5220 ext 2334
e: ShannonBessette@
mail.sunyjcc.edu
ph: 716.338.1000
e: MeghanMcCune@
mail.sunyjcc.edu
Monroe Community College
Char Guess-Bardques, Ed. Opportunity Program
1100 East Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623
ph: 585.292.2363
e: cbardques@monroecc.edu
Niagara County Community College
William Brinson, Multicultural Student Services
3111 Saunders Settlement Rd., Sanborn, NY 14132
ph: 716.614.6258
e: wbrinson@niagaracc.suny.edu
Randy Schultz, Office of Admissions
3111 Saunders Settlement Rd, Sanborn, NY 14132
e: rschultz@niagaracc.suny.edu
Buffalo State College
Lisa M. Anselmi; Anthropology Department
1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14222
ph: 716.878.6520
e: anselmlm@buffalostate.edu
SUNY College at Fredonia
Teresa Van Aernam, C-STEP
243 Thompson Hall, Fredonia, NY 14063
ph: 716.673.3531
e: Teresa.VanAernam@fredonia.edu
APPENDIX
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HIGHER EDUCATION
NATIVE AMERICAN SUNY: WESTERN CONSORTIUM, CONTINUED
CAMPUS LIAISONS - SUNY, CONTINUED
SUNY College at Geneseo
Caroline Woidat, English
Welles 228A, Geneseo, NY 14454
ph: 585.245.5273
e: woidat@geneseo.edu
University at Buffalo
David Bray, Affirmative Action
406 Capen Hall, Buffalo, NY 14260
ph: 716.645.2266
e: dwbray@buffalo.edu
Cornell University
Carol Kalafatic, Director, American Indian Program
425 Caldwell Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853
ph: 607.255.4184
e: cfk23@cornell.edu
Kathy Halbig, American Indian Program
482 Caldwell Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853
ph: 607.255.5991
e: k.halbig@cornell.edu
CAMPUS LIAISONS - PRIVATE
Canisius College
Eric Gansworth, English Department
2001 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14208
Keith Burich, American Indian Program
2001 Main St., Buffalo, CT709, NY 14208
ph: 716.888.2113
e: ganswore@canisius.edu
ph: 716.888.3284
e: burich@canisius.edu
Daemen College
Blake Thurman, Executive Director
Academic Student Support Center
4380 Main St., Amherst, NY 14226
ph: 716.839.8482
e: blake.thurman@daemen.edu
Rochester Institute of Technology
Paul Shipman, Biological Sciences
85 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester, NY 14627
url: www.rit.edu/~passbi
ph: 585.475.4361
e: passbi@rit.edu
SUNY NATIVE AMERICAN NORTHERN CONSORTIUM
Sheila Marshall, Director, Native American Affairs
SUNY Potsdam - 217 Sisson Hall
Potsdam, NY 13676
ph: 315.267.2184
e: marshasm@potsdam.edu
CENTRAL NEW YORK/NATIVE AMERICAN CONSORTIUM
Dawn Van Hall, Co-Coordinator, Native American Studies Minor
SUNY College at Cortland
ph: 607.753.4890
Memorial Library
fax: 607.753.5669
Cortland, NY 13045
e: vanhalld@cortland.edu
Freida Jacques, Home School Liaison
Onondaga Nation School
Rt. 11 A, RR # 1 Nedrow, NY 13120
ph: 315.469.6991
e: fjacques@lafayetteschools.org
url: onondaganationschool.org
APPENDIX
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EDUCATIONAL AND CAREER SUPPORT PROGRAMS
RESERVATION BASED
SENECA NATION OF INDIANS (SNI)
Education Departments
Employment & Training
Vocational Rehabilitation
Title VII
Gowanda Central School
Cattaraugus Territory
12861 Route 438
Irving, NY 14081
ph: 716.532.3341
fax: 716.532.3269
Allegany Territory
P.O. Box 231
3645 Administration Dr.
Salamanca, NY 14779
ph: 716.945.1790 ext. 3103
fax: 716.945.7170
12885 Route 438
Irving, NY 14081
ph: 716.532.1033
fax: 716.532.6178
P. O. Box 231
Salamanca, NY 14779
ph: 716.945.1790 x. 3539
fax: 716.945.8670
Whitney Nephew
10674 Prospect St.
Gowanda, NY 14070
ph: 716.995.2182
fax: 716.995.2189
e: WNephew@gowcsd.org
Silver Creek Central School
Paula Redeye
Dickinson St., P.O. Box 270
Silver Creek, NY 14136
predeye@silvercreekschool.org
ph: 716.934.2603
fax: 716.934.2140
e:
Lake Shore Central School
Stacey Purpera
959 Beach Road
Angola, NY 14006
Salamanca Central School
Suzanne John-Blacksnake, Title VII Coordinator
50 Iroquois Drive
ph: 716.945.2404 x 6013
Salamanca, NY 14779
Guidance Offices
Gowanda Central School
ph: 716.926.2382
fax: 716.549.4033
e: SPurpera@lakeshorecsd.org
Native American Guidance Counselor
Middle & High School
ph: 716.532.3325
10674 Prospect St.
fax: 716.995.2108
Gowanda, NY 14070
Salamanca City School District Suzanne John-Blacksnake, Native American
Guidance Counselor (Grade 9-12)
50 Iroquois Drive
ph: 716.945.2404 x 6013
Salamanca, NY 14779
fax: 716.945.5983
APPENDIX
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RESERVATION BASED
TONAWANDA SENECA NATION
Title VII
Akron Central School
Jodi Patterson, Native American Student Services Coordinator
Akron Central School
47 Bloomingdale Rd.
Akron, NY 14001
ph: 716.542.5013
fax: 716.542.5018
e: jpatterson@akronschools.org
ST. REGIS MOHAWK
-Workforce Investment Act
(WIA)
Marie A. Benedict, Director
St. Regis Mohawk Tribe
412 State Route 37
Hogansburg, NY 13655
ph: 518.358.2272 x 217
fax: 518.358.3208
e: mabenendict@srmt-nsn.gov
TUSCARORA NATION
Niagara Wheatfield
Jr/Sr High School
Jamie Gilbert, Tuscarora Home School Coordinator
Niagara Wheatfield Central School District
2292 Saunders Settlement Road
Sanborn, NY 14132
ph: 716.215.3652
e: jgilbert@nwcsd.org
ONONDAGA NATION
Lafayette Jr./Sr. High School
Home School Liaison
Lafayette Jr/Sr High
3122 Route 11, North
Lafayette, NY 13084
ph: 315.677.3131
fax: 315.677.5507
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EDUCATIONAL AND CAREER SUPPORT PROGRAMS
URBAN BASED
BUFFALO
-Workforce Investment Act
(WIA)
Native American Community Services (NACS)
of Erie and Niagara Counties
Economic Self Sufficiency Program
Colleen Casali, Director
1005 Grant St.
Buffalo, NY 14207-2854
-Title VII
ph: 716.874.2797 x.314
fax: 716.874.1874
e: ccasali@nacswny.org
url: www.nacswny.org
Buffalo Public Schools
Native American Magnet School 19
Native American Resource Program
Room 224
97 W. Delevan Ave
Buffalo, NY 14213
Main Office
ph: 716.816.3183
fax: 716.888.7042
ph: 716.816.3180
NIAGARA FALLS
-Workforce Investment Act
(WIA)
Native American Community Services (NACS)
of Buffalo and Niagara Counties
Economic Self Sufficiency Program
1905 Pine Avenue
Niagara Falls, NY 14301
ph: 716.285.8228
fax: 716.282.8338
-Title VII
Niagara Falls City School District
Indian Education Program
Noreen Hill, Project Director
Harry F. Abate Elementary School
Room 205
ph: 716.286.4131
1625 Lockport St.
e: nhill@nfschools.net
Niagara Falls, NY 14305
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URBAN BASED
ROCHESTER
-Workforce Investment Act
(WIA)
Native American Cultural Center
Economic Self-Sufficiency Program
Director
121 Fitzhugh St. N
Rochester, NY 14614
-Title VII
ph: 585.442.1100
fax: 585.442.1128
e: netroc@frontiernet.net
url: www.nacc-inc.org
Rochester City School District
Native American Resource Center
Perry Ground, Director
465 Seward St.
Rochester, NY 14608
ph: 585.324.9305
e: perry.ground@rcsdk12.org
SYRACUSE
-Workforce Investment Act
(WIA)
Native American Cultural Center - Syracuse Office
Native Employment & Training
Charlotte Tarbell, Coordinator
312 Gifford St.
Syracuse, NY 13204
- Title VII
ph: 315.475.6417
fax: 315.475.5307
Syracuse City School District
Native American Education Program
Shirley Villafane, Director
Beard School
220 W. Kennedy St.
Syracuse, NY 13205
ph: 315.435.4288
APPENDIX
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RESEARCH and RESOURCES
HELP WITH HOMEWORK
www.how-to-study.com: Study skills, strategies, and tips including: building vocabulary,
improving reading skills, and time management strategies.
www.factmonster.com/homework/: Reference materials including: an Atlas, an Almanac, a
dictionary and an encyclopedia. Also provides information on world news topics, people,
sports etc.
TESTS
www.act.org: Register for the ACT exam online, Sample questions and hints on how to do
well on test day.
www.collegeboard.com: Register for the SAT exam, sample questions, do some
preliminary college exploration.
www.studyguidezone.com: A series of free study guides for a variety of standardized tests
used for admissions, licensing, and educational assessment; the goal of this site’s
developers is to provide free study resources and study guides for students to be
adequately prepared regardless of access to expensive test preparation resources (i.e.
SAT/ACT/GRE/GMAT etc)
PLANNING
www.makingitcount.com: Tips and tools for succeeding in high school, college and career.
Useful information for students, insights for parents, resources for educators.
www.nycareerzone.org: Learn about your skills & talents, explore careers in NY State.
www.bls.gov/oco: Search for job related information ranging from average salary to career
outlook and opportunity. U. S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics.
COLLEGE INFORMATION
www.campustours.com: A gateway to official university multimedia information - take a
virtual tour of hundreds of colleges, compare college statistics and browse viewbooks.
www.suny.edu: The State University of New York site, with an extensive overview of
SUNY campuses, and information for future students.
www.collegeanswer.com: Sallie Mae’s complete Planning for College destination.
Information about preparing, selecting, applying, paying, deciding and financing your
education. NOTE: An excellent site for information - however you can meet college costs
through grants and scholarships if you start early.
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RESEARCH and RESOURCES
FINANCIAL AID
www.fafsa.ed.gov: Where you can complete your Free Application for Student Aid
(FAFSA) online – provides details for completing the application on-line and worksheets for
help with the paper version.
www.studentaid.ed.gov: The Federal Student Aid site with several links and print
publications to assist with finding money for college. Some college planning materials
found here too.
SCHOLARSHIPS
www.fredonia.edu/na: At this site you’ll find The Native American SUNY: Western
Consortium financial aid directory for Members of the Six Nations – a must-have! Also
available in hard copy upon request - free.
www.fastweb.com: The largest and most complete scholarship search site on the web.
Information can be emailed to your email address once you register by completing a profile
about you, your background and your interests.
www.finaid.org: The smart student guide to financial aid. Provides scholarship and loan
information, as well tips on how to manage your financial resources for college.
www.scholarships.com: Free college scholarship search service and financial aid information
resource. Create a personal profile and matching engine will present complete and accurate info on
the most relevant, attainable college scholarship awards. Users can sort scholarships by deadline,
dollar amount and relevancy.
NATIVE AMERICAN RESOURCES
hanksville.org/NAresources: Virtual library; well organized and comprehensive; includes education;
government; organizations; announcements, jobs; legal; health; culture; language; history; art, etc.
APPENDIX
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RESOURCES
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
The following are common application requirements. Organize the information and documents you
will need, and keep copies of your complete application.

Application Form - request in writing or download from website: note deadline dates!

Recommendations - letters or forms may be requested from
Faculty - teachers, instructors, professors
Staff – guidance counselor, home-school liaison, multicultural affairs specialist
Community Leaders or Professionals
Employer
(provide a resume and/or an essay that outlines your achievements and goals.)

Resume and/or Portfolio – include the following:
Extracurricular Activities
Athletics
Examples of Work – Art, Writing, etc.
Memberships
Awards
Test scores
Documentation of Tribal Enrollment or Descendency
Identification
Photo
Essay

Documentation you must submit to offices within the College or University:

Financial Aid:
Forms indicating your financial need as determined by your FAFSA, which
includes
college expenses

Admissions:
Letter of Acceptance

Registrar:
Class Schedule or Enrollment Information
Transcripts – keep copies of all transcripts
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INDEX - BY DEADLINE DATE
DATE TITLE
January:
1
Syracuse University Haudenosaunee Promise
2
Tuscarora Nation Book Money Grant
15
Delta Kappa Gamma Society Int’l Native American Grant
15
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
-Gates Millenium Scholars Program 2013
17
Grand River Post Secondary Education Office (GRPSEO)
17
Intertribal Timber Council Truman D. Picard Scholarship
February:
15
National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution
- American Indian Scholarship
15
National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution
- Frances Crawford Marvin Scholarship
28
United University Professions College Scholarship Fund
-College Scholarship Fund
-William Scheuerman Post Baccalaureate
28
U.S. Department of Health and Human Svcs.- Indian Health Svcs.
- Health Professions Pregraduate Scholarship
- Health Professions Preparatory Scholarship
- Indian Health Scholarship (Professions)
March:
1
Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo
- Community Foundation Scholarship Program
1
International Order of the King’s Daughters & Sons
- North American Indian Department Scholarship
5
Morris K. Udall Scholars Program
5
National Association of Social Workers Foundation
- Consuelo W. Gosnell Memorial Scholarship
AY
15
Catching the Dream
- Math, Engineering, Science, Business, Education
- Native American Leadership in Education (NALE)
- Tribal Business Management (TBM)
28
U.S. Department of Health and Human Svcs.- Indian Health Svcs.
- Health Professions Pregraduate Scholarship
- Health Professions Preparatory Scholarship
- Indian Health Scholarship (Professions)
April:
1
New York State Power Authority
-Tuscarora Scholarship Program
1
Native American Indian Education Assoc. of New York
4
American Indian Education Foundation
- Undergraduate & Graduate Scholarships
15
Peter Doctor Memorial Indian Scholarship Foundation
15
Catching the Dream
- Math, Engineering, Science, Business, Education
- Native American Leadership in Education (NALE)
- Tribal Business Management (TBM)
30
United South & Eastern Tribes (USET)
TERM
PAGE
Fall
Spring
28
6
14
May-August
40
1
46
Fall
49
Fall
50
12
13
(continuation)
30
31
32
8
45
29
47
Summer
Summer
Summer
(new)
41
42
43
30
31
32
10
19
AY
Incentives
36
15
Fall
Fall
Fall
41
42
43
7
APPENDIX
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(AY-Academic Year)
DATE TITLE
May:
1
1
4
17
20
31
June:
1
1
15
15
30
30
July:
1
15
15
16
INDEX - BY DEADLINE
TERM
PAGE
Seneca Nation of Indians Higher Education Program
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution-New York
- Olive Whitman Memorial Scholarship
Leonard D. Hubbard Scholarship Fund-Norstar Trust
- Onondaga Nation Scholarship
Summer
Grand River Post Secondary Education Office (GRPSEO)
New York State Education Department-NYS Indian Aid
Peter Doctor Memorial Indian Scholarship Foundation
Sept - April
Summer
Grants
Delta Kappa Gamma Society Int’l Native American Grant
American Indian Graduate Center
- Fellowship Program
Accenture American Indian College Fund
- Accenture Undergraduate Scholarships
National Indian Education Association (NIEA)
- John C. Rouillard/Alice Tonemah Memorial Scholarship
Iola M. Henhawk Nursing Scholarship
U.S. Department of Interior-Bureau of Indian Education
- BIE Higher Education Grant Program
Seneca Nation of Indians Higher Education Program
St. Regis Mohawk Higher Education Program
New York State Education Department-NYS Indian Aid
Seneca Nation of Indians Professional Scholarship Program
August:
1
Tuscarora Nation Book Money Grant
1
Niagara County Community College Foundation, Inc.
- Louise Henry Memorial Scholarship
3
18
17
1
9
15
14
37
34
AY
48
16
AY
33
Fall
AY
Fall
3
5
9
4
Fall
6
20
September:
15
Catching the Dream
- Math, Engineering, Science, Business, Education
- Native American Leadership in Education (NALE)
- Tribal Business Management (TBM)
17
Grand River Post Secondary Education Office (GRPSEO)
Spring
Spring
Spring
Jan-April
41
42
43
1
October:
15
St. Regis Mohawk Higher Education Program
Spring
5
November:
15
Syracuse University Haudenosaunee Promise
Spring
28
Spring
3
AY
AY
51
51
51
51
9
December:
1
Seneca Nation of Indians Higher Education Program
16
Society for American Archaeology
- Arthur C. Parker Scholarship
- Scholarships for Archeological Training
- Native American Graduate Archaeology Scholarship
- Native American Undergrad Archaeology Scholarship
31
New York State Education Department – NYS Indian Aid
(AY-Academic Year)
Spring
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INDEX - BY DEADLINE DATE
DATE TITLE
TERM
PAGE
Other: (Varying Deadlines)
Open
Oneida Indian Nation of New York Scholarship
Varies State University of New York
- Graduate Diversity Fellowship Program
11
TBA
Niagara County Community College Foundation, Inc.
- E. Doris Chalstrey Smith Memorial Scholarship
Varies Onondaga Community College Foundation, Inc.
Open Religious Society of Friends NY Yearly Meeting Stipend Program
TBA
Seneca Diabetes Foundation
- Barry & Deanna Snyder, Jr., Chairman’s Scholarship AY
- Geraldine Memmo Scholarship
AY
- Ruth Goode Nursing Scholarship
AY
Open Syracuse University College Distant Drums Scholarships
Jan.-May American Indian College Fund
- Full Circle Scholarships
TBA
American Indian Sciences & Engineering Society
- A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship
AY
TBA
Association on American Indian Affairs, Inc
- Graduate and Undergraduate Scholarships
AY
March - May John Hopkins Native Vision
TBA
Wells Fargo American Indian Scholarship Fund
- Wells Fargo Scholars
AY
2
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
35
38
39
44
52
(AY-Academic Year)
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