It is tricky because the charter has to match the criteria the IRS uses to give you the tax exempt status. It takes 6-7 months for the above process. Follow by communication with faculty, community, and other constituents. Be clear about relationships with other institutions. Merritt Helfferich noted that this element of incorporation opens a world of financial assistance which otherwise would not be available.
Federal agencies have money available.
Jack reported that there are 31 federal agencies involved in the Executive Order. The National Endowment of the Humanities also noted that they were accepting applications from minorities and tribal colleges. This may be a good thing for negotiations. It should go lower. Jack stated that one of the other requirements for tribal college status is having a program.