Aside from the Minnesota Indian Teacher Training Partnership and the Bonnie Wallace American Indian Leadersihp Award, there is no special application form or process necessary to apply for these scholarships. All American Indian students are encouraged, however, to work with the Director of the American indian Student Services Program in completing financial aid applications. This will ensure that students will be considered for the American Indian scholarships when the Office for Enrollment and Student Financial Services is putting together award packages. Tribe - Many tribes fund their enrolled members or descendants to attend college. Each nation has their own policies and procedures.
Many tribes have application deadlines.
Students are encouraged to contact the Education Director or Scholarship Officer for their reservation for information about eligibility for scholarship assistance and application deadlines. Students are awarded on a first come, first served basis. Limited funds are available for students enrolled in tribes outside of Minnesota. Students are encouraged to apply early. Check with the American Indian Student Services Program or MISP for additional information.