The American Indian College Fund has a close relationship with the 35 accredited Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCU). Students attending TCUs are eligible for all the different merit-based scholarship programs we offer. Our application is available every year starting on February 1st in anticipation of the upcoming fall term. We encourage TCU students to complete their application by May 31st to receive priority review.
Any Native American or Alaska Native who is a member or descendant of a state or federally recognized tribe and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship. In order to apply, applicants will need a digital photo (please provide a professional looking picture), proof of tribal affiliation (your proof of tribal enrollment (or CIB), or your parent/grandparent’s enrollment with your birth certificate), and a transcript (most recent high school or college). The amounts will vary.