Amount: $4,000
Deadline: January 31
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No
About
The DAR American Indian Scholarship is available to Native American students of any age, in any state, who are enrolled in an accredited college or university. Preference is given to undergraduate students, but graduate students are also considered.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 2.0+
- Demographic: Native American
- Enrolled in an accredited college/university
- Demonstrated financial need
Required Materials
- Application form
- Tribal enrollment verification
- Transcripts
- Financial need statement
- Essay
- Letters of recommendation
Timeline
Applications typically open in September. Deadline is usually January 31. Notifications in April.
Tips
Highlight your community involvement and cultural heritage in your essay. Clearly demonstrate your financial need and how the scholarship will support your education.