Beginning in 1980, most of the tribal colleges have received accreditation from the North Central Accreditation Association. Grant Application Jack advised keeping the proposal simple and short. Show that you are accomplishing it. Write down what you want to do, then plan. However, do not become too dependent on their accreditation.
Tribal colleges vary widely in their emphasis.
Some concentrate on cultural studies, others have little cultural emphasis. The growing trend is to have education about the culture and language represented as a natural ingredient in all course offerings. This is difficult to attain. Each region is unique. Dr. Edna MacLean, Ixisabvik College, Barrow Ixisabvik College began in 1986 as a cooperative effort between the North Slope Borough and the University of Alaska Fairbanks.