Indigenous Student Scholarships
This is a dedicated space highlighting resources for Indigenous students. These scholarships aim to provide Indigenous students with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed in higher education. This curated list of external scholarships can support undergraduate and graduate students alike.
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Advancing Indigenous Science and Engineering Society (AISES) recognizes that college is a very overwhelming expense for many, and aims to provide funding for Native students to advance their education. There are scholarships for undergraduate, graduate, and even community college students pursuing a degree in a STEM field. You must have a free AISES membership to apply.
University Endorsement: No
Deadline: end of April
Awards per Year: up to 200
Award Amount: $1,000 - $10,000 depending on level on study
Who can Apply: Native students pursuing a STEM degree in any undergraduate or graduate year of study
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Named for Eloise Cobell, an advocate for Native American justice, the Cobell Scholarship supports Native students pursuing higher education. Whether students are seeking funding to earn an undergraduate degree or pursue a doctoral degree, there are opportunities for everyone. Detailed information about each scholarship can be found on the Cobell Scholarship website.
University Endorsement: No
Deadline: Varies by program
Awards per Year: Hundreds in each program
Award Amount: $5,000-$30,000 (varies by program)
Who can Apply: Undergraduate and graduate Native American students
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Sponsored by the Intertribal Timber Council, this scholarship supports Native American students pursuing higher education in the field of natural resources. There are opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students. Example majors include forestry and environmental studies. Forestry students are especially encouraged to apply.
University Endorsement: No
Deadline: late March
Awards per Year: Varies
Award Amount: $2,000 - $4,000, depending on level of education
When to Apply: Undergraduate and graduate Native American students studying natural resources
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Awards scholarships to future leaders in environmental conservation, Tribal public policy, and Native health care. Commitment to bettering these fields demonstrated through public service is a valued aspect of this award. Scholarships can be used to cover undergraduate academic expenses. The University of Montana has produced the most Udall scholars of any university in the United States! Wow!
University Endorsement: Yes, receive support from OESF
Deadline: Campus deadline is early January, national deadline is early March
Awards per Year: 65
Award Amount: up to $7,500
Who can Apply: Undergraduate sophomores and juniors
GPA: 3.0 minimum, 3.7 advised
