Scholarships for Native American Students

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UNCF – Anthem Corporate Scholars Program

Students from minority ethnic groups and races are awarded $5,000 scholarships and internship programs by a Fortune 500 company.

Eligible Grades
College Freshman – College Senior
Application Open Date
January 4, 2023
Application Deadline
March 31, 2023
Deadline Approaching
$5,000
1 Award Winner
Deadline Approaching
$500–$1,000
1 Award Winner

Richard W. Collins III Leadership with Honor Scholarship

Maryland Higher Education Commission annually awards the Richard W. Collins Leadership with Honor Scholarship to minority students who are part of ROTC programs at Maryland’s four HBCUs.

Eligible Grades
Undergraduate
Application Open Date
November 1, 2022
Application Deadline
April 1, 2023
Deadline Approaching
$500–$1,000
1 Award Winner
Deadline Approaching
$10,000
7 Award Winners

V&E Diversity Scholarship

Vinson & Elkins offers $10,000 to seven high school senior students of a minority in Houston, Dallas, and Austin to enroll in law undergraduate degree programs at accredited universities or colleges.

Eligible Grades
High School Senior – High School Graduate
Application Open Date
December 1, 2022
Application Deadline
April 1, 2023
Deadline Approaching
$10,000
7 Award Winners
Deadline Approaching
$5,000
1 Award Winner

Brown and Caldwell Minority Scholarship

Brown and Caldwell offer the Minority Scholarship to undergraduate students from minorities enrolled in engineering or environmental sciences-related programs at accredited colleges or universities in the U.S.

Eligible Grades
College Junior – Postgraduate
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 15, 2023
Deadline Approaching
$5,000
1 Award Winner
Deadline Approaching
$1,500
2 Award Winners

EMPOWER Scholarships

The Courage Kenny Foundation offers the Empower Scholarship of $1,500 to three ethnic minority students to pursue a career in the medical or rehabilitation field in Minnesota or Western Wisconsin.

Eligible Grades
All
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 15, 2023
Deadline Approaching
$1,500
2 Award Winners
Deadline Approaching
$5,000–$15,000
10 Award Winners

Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund

The American Bar Association (ABA) annually offers the Legal Opportunity Scholarship to racial and ethnic minority undergraduate and graduate students pursuing law in the U.S. to complete their studies.

Eligible Grades
Graduate – Postgraduate
Application Open Date
February 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 15, 2023
Deadline Approaching
$5,000–$15,000
10 Award Winners
Deadline Approaching
$1,000–$2,500
1 Award Winner

Richard Hagen-Minerva Harvey Scholarship

Every year, the South Dakota Department of Education awards scholarships to enrolled members of American Indian tribes at South Dakota post-secondary institutions.

Eligible Grades
High School Graduate – Undergraduate
Application Open Date
December 1, 2022
Application Deadline
April 15, 2023
Deadline Approaching
$1,000–$2,500
1 Award Winner
Deadline Approaching
$5,000
1 Award Winner

Tennessee Minority Teaching Fellows Program

The Tennessee Minority Teaching Fellows Program awards one $5,000 scholarship to full-time undergraduate and/or part-time graduate students enrolled in courses creditable to teachers. Licensed teachers are not eligible.

Eligible Grades
College Junior – Postgraduate
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 15, 2023
Deadline Approaching
$5,000
1 Award Winner
Open
$5,000
25 Award Winners

Milliman Opportunity Scholarship

Milliman Inc. offers the Milliman Opportunity Scholarship of $5,000 to undergraduate students of an ethnic minority to study actuarial science, data science, mathematics, computer science, statistics, finance, economics, or programming.

Eligible Grades
High School Graduate – Undergraduate
Application Open Date
March 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 29, 2023
Open
$5,000
25 Award Winners
Open
$1,000
1 Award Winner

APA Judith McManus Price Scholarship

The American Planning Association (APA) provides the APA Judith McManus Price Scholarship of $1,000 to female and minority students to pursue careers as practicing planners in the public sector.

Eligible Grades
All
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 30, 2023
Open
$1,000
1 Award Winner
Open
$4,000
14 Award Winners

APSA Minority Fellowship Program

The American Political Science Association offers the APSA Diversity Fellowship Program of $5,000 to 14 graduate students from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups to pursue their doctorate degrees in political science.

Eligible Grades
Graduate
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 30, 2023
Open
$4,000
14 Award Winners
Open
$2,750
1 Award Winner

William K. Schubert Minority Nursing Scholarship

William K. Schubert Minority Nursing Scholarship is an annual program to support students from underrepresented groups accepted or enrolled in a prelicensure registered nurse program.

Eligible Grades
Undergraduate
Application Open Date
February 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 30, 2023
Open
$2,750
1 Award Winner
Open
$1,850
1 Award Winner

Kansas Ethnic Minority Scholarship

The Kansas Board of Regents offers the Kansas Ethnic Minority Scholarship of $1,850 to ethnic minority high school senior students in Kansas to pursue undergraduate degree programs of their choice.

Eligible Grades
High School Senior – High School Graduate
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
May 1, 2023
Open
$1,850
1 Award Winner
Open
$750
1 Award Winner

Ohio News Media Foundation Minority Scholarship

The Scholarship, administered by Ohio Newspaper Association, offers one scholarship to the value of $750 to a high school senior majoring in journalism, advertising, marketing, or communications.

Eligible Grades
High School Senior
Application Open Date
August 1, 2022
Application Deadline
May 23, 2023
Open
$750
1 Award Winner
Open
$2,500–$10,000
5 Award Winners

For A Bright Future Global Scholarship Program

Annually, college students in the United States apply for the For A Bright Future Global Scholarship to complete their degree programs. The scholarship is renewable.

Eligible Grades
High School Senior – Undergraduate
Application Open Date
February 1, 2023
Application Deadline
May 30, 2023
Open
$2,500–$10,000
5 Award Winners
Open
$2,500
1 Award Winner

AISES 3M Scholarship

The AISES 3M Scholarship is for incoming college freshmen from American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, First Nations, and other indigenous communities of North America to enroll in a STEM-related degree.

Eligible Grades
High School Graduate – College Freshman
Application Open Date
February 1, 2023
Application Deadline
May 31, 2023
Open
$2,500
1 Award Winner
Open
$2,500–$5,000
15 Award Winners

AISES Aristocrat-VGT Scholarship

The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES), in partnership with Aristocrat/VGT, offers the AISES Aristocrat Scholarship, ranging from $2,500 to $5,000, to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a degree in a field related to casino gaming.

Eligible Grades
High School Senior – Postgraduate
Application Open Date
January 31, 2023
Application Deadline
May 31, 2023
Open
$2,500–$5,000
15 Award Winners
Open
$5,000
18 Award Winners

AISES Chevron Scholarship

The Scholarship is awarded to students who belong to the American Indian, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, First Nations, and other indigenous communities of North America to further their STEM education.

Eligible Grades
College Freshman – Postgraduate
Application Open Date
January 31, 2023
Application Deadline
May 31, 2023
Open
$5,000
18 Award Winners
Open
$5,000–$10,000
3 Award Winners

AISES Intel Growing The Legacy Scholarship Program

Intel awards the AISES Intel Growing The Legacy Scholarship to support students with scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Eligible Grades
Undergraduate – Doctorate
Application Open Date
January 31, 2023
Application Deadline
May 31, 2023
Open
$5,000–$10,000
3 Award Winners
Open
$2,000
1 Award Winner

Illinois CPA Society Freshman Scholarships

The scholarships are awarded annually to brilliant minority students for their academic excellence to pursue a degree in accounting.

Eligible Grades
High School Senior – College Freshman
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
May 31, 2023
Open
$2,000
1 Award Winner
Open
$3,500
2 Award Winners

The Leon Bradley Scholarship

The American Association of School Personnel Administrators (AASPA) offers the Leon Bradley Scholarship Program of $3,500 to two minority students of all levels pursuing teaching certificates in the U.S.

Eligible Grades
All
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
May 31, 2023
Open
$3,500
2 Award Winners
Open
$10,000
1 Award Winner

Funding the Future of Finance in Indian Country/Johnson Scholarship Foundation

Funding the Future of Finance in Indian Country (FFFIC) Scholarship Program offers Native American undergraduates pursuing a business, finance, or accounting degree a scholarship of $10,000 to continue their education.

Eligible Grades
Undergraduate
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
June 1, 2023
Open
$10,000
1 Award Winner
Open
$20,000–$30,000
1 Award Winner

Science Post Graduate Scholarship Fund (BIE-SPGSF)

The Science Post Graduate Scholarship Fund (SPGSF) offers $20,000–$30,000 to Native students enrolled in STEM programs. It supports students at undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels of study.

Eligible Grades
College Freshman – Graduate
Application Open Date
March 1, 2023
Application Deadline
June 1, 2023
Open
$20,000–$30,000
1 Award Winner
Open
$2,500–$5,000

Wells Fargo American Indian Scholarship

The Wells Fargo Scholarship for Undergraduates provides financial assistance to eligible Native American and Alaska Native undergraduate students pursuing degrees full-time at an accredited institution in any field of study.

Eligible Grades
College Junior – Postgraduate
Application Open Date
March 1, 2023
Application Deadline
June 1, 2023
Open
$2,500–$5,000
Open
$2,500
1 Award Winner

Olay Face the STEM Gap Scholarship

The Olay Face the STEM Gap Scholarship Program offers scholarships worth $5,000 to women of color.

Eligible Grades
College Sophomore
Application Open Date
June 3, 2022
Application Deadline
June 29, 2023
Open
$2,500
1 Award Winner

About Native American scholarships

Native American students have several scholarships available to them. Some of these scholarships are offered by the federal government, while others are offered by individual tribes or organizations. The amount and type of scholarship vary, but all aim to help Native American students achieve their education goals.

Native Americans are the indigenous peoples of the United States, Canada, and Mexico. They are often divided into two groups: those who live on reservations (indigenous people) and those who do not (urban Indians). There are about 5 million Native Americans in the United States, making up about 2% of the population. Native American tribes include the Apache, Cherokee, Cheyenne, Chippewa, Choctaw, Comanche, Iroquois, Lakota Sioux, and Navajo Nation.

Cost of college for Native Americans

When it comes to the cost of college for Native American students in the United States, several factors come into play. Native Americans have long been underrepresented in higher education, and this is reflected in the high costs of tuition and other fees. The cost of college for Native Americans is typically higher than that for other students due to a variety of factors, including limited access to scholarships, financial aid, and grants. Additionally, many Native American students have difficulty meeting the requirements for traditional college entrance exams or may not have access to the resources necessary to apply for and receive admission into a four-year university.

To address these issues and provide better access to higher education opportunities for Native Americans, several organizations have developed initiatives and programs to help reduce the cost of college for Native American students. For example, Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) are supported by the federal government in order to provide access to higher education opportunities for Native Americans. Many tribal communities have established scholarships specifically designed for Native American students to assist with college expenses.

There are a number of schools that offer excellent opportunities for Native American students. The three schools with the lowest tuition rates are Haskell Indian Nations University, Sinte Gleska University, and United Tribes Technical College. All three universities offer degrees in a variety of fields and have programs specifically designed to help Native American students succeed.

Tips for winning Native American scholarships

1. Research thoroughly to identify the available scholarships targeted at Native American students: There are numerous organizations and foundations that provide educational assistance to Indigenous Americans and other minority communities, so it is important to explore all options and opportunities that may be available. Additionally, many colleges, universities, and government agencies have dedicated resources for Native American students who are looking for financial support.

2. Submit your application as early as possible: Make sure that all the required documents are included in the submission package. Native American scholarships tend to be highly competitive, so it is important to get your application in quickly and double-check for any errors or omissions before submitting.

3. Provide a well-written and compelling essay: Ensure that it explains why you are a worthy candidate for the scholarship. Showcase your leadership skills, academic achievements, extracurricular activities, volunteer experience, and community involvement in order to make yourself stand out from other applicants.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know if I'm eligible for Native American scholarships?

Native American is a very broad term and covers a lot of different identities, tribes, and people. Broadly speaking, Native American refers to any indigenous person from South-, Central- and North America. Most of the scholarships featured here refer to the indigenous people from the U.S. This includes independent nations or tribes such as the Navajo, Gabrielino/Tongva, Cherokee, Chippewa, and Sioux, to name a few. Native Americans from the U.S. are often referred to as American Indians and you will notice that some scholarships use this terminology while others use Native American or Native North American. It’s best to confirm your eligibility with the organizers before applying.