Amount: $5,000
Deadline: May 1
Level: undergraduate, graduate, professional
Renewable: Yes
About
Native Forward Scholars Fund offers numerous scholarships to American Indian and Alaska Native students for undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees across all fields of study.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 2.5+
- Demographic: native-american, alaskan-native
- Enrolled member of a federally recognized US tribe
- Full-time student
Required Materials
- Online application
- Tribal enrollment verification
- Transcripts
- FAFSA/financial aid information
- Essay
- Letters of recommendation
Timeline
Applications open in January. Deadline May 1. Notifications typically in August.
Tips
Native Forward has a wide array of scholarships; thoroughly review all options to find the best fit. A strong personal statement integrating your heritage and academic goals is essential.