The Oldest Native Scholarship Program in the Country
Scholarship application period is closed.
Applications will open in early 2027 for the Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 semesters.
Applications will open in early 2027 for the Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 semesters.
Undergrad and Grad Scholarships
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We have been providing Native student scholarship since 1947 and provide scholarships to undergraduate and graduate Native students who are citizens of their Native Nation – whether or not their Nation is recognized by the federal government.
The Association’s scholarships are funded by an endowment from the Elizabeth and Sherman Asche Memorial Scholarship, the Homborg Scholarship and the Mary Hemenway Memorial Funds, and donors like you! The Association's scholarships are $1,000 provided to students twice per year until they graduate, as long as they maintain a 2.5 GPA and attend full-time. Our mission is to support students who are connected to their Native Nation and Native Country and wish to utilize their degree to serve their Nations. |
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Association's Scholarship Qualifications
- Be enrolled with your respective Native Nation, either federally recognized or non-federally recognized Native Nation, from the continental US or Alaska.
- Submit a copy of Native Nation enrollment (there is no minimum blood quantum requirement for eligibility). This can be a copy of the student's Native Nation I.D. card or a copy of an official letter from the Nation. You must be directly recognized as a citizen or member of your Native Nation.
- Be enrolled as full-time student.
- Have a minimum 2.5 out of 4.0 GPA.
- Submit a current class schedule and transcript.
- Attend an accredited institution seeking an Associate's Degree or higher (the Association does not fund certificate programs or seminaries).
- Provide essays described in the application that show the student’s connection to their Native Nation and Native Country.
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The scholarship application is submitted through our partner, the American Indian College Fund.
If your application is accepted, as part of your scholarship, you will receive free annual membership to the Association, and opportunities for internships, fellowships and other learning opportunities.
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Former Association Scholarship Recipients
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We're proud to share the stories of our past scholarship recipients, who are shaping the future of Native Country and beyond. Curious to see where their journeys have taken them? Explore the accomplishments of these inspiring individuals and discover how they're making an impact in their communities and the world.
If you’re one of our previous scholarship recipients, we want to hear from you! Send us an update at [email protected] so we can celebrate your achievements and inspire the next generation of Native leaders. Check out the full list of graduates and join in sharing the difference you're making! |
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We are proud to partner with the American Indian College Fund!
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We have teamed up with the American Indian College Fund to provide administration to the Association’s longstanding scholarships!
Founded by friends of the Association on American Indian Affairs in 1989, the American Indian College Fund provides Native American scholarships and supports Native higher education. The College Fund also supports a variety of academic and support programs at 35 accredited Tribal colleges and universities, which are located in Indian Country, ensuring students have the tools to graduate and succeed in their careers. |
