The Cherokee Nation Foundation (CNF) offers a wide range of scholarships aimed at helping students reduce their student debt. The annual application period opens on November 1 and closes on January 31, with award announcements made in the spring. Students must complete and submit their applications before the deadline. Please review the Scholarship Policy for further details on eligibility and requirements.
Scholarship Details
- Applications open on November 1 and close on January 31.
- Awards will be announced in the spring.
- Students may receive up to two CNF scholarships per academic year.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to current full-time students or graduating high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Applicants must reside outside the Cherokee Nation jurisdictional area.
- Must be accepted to a two-year or four-year higher education institution.
- Reserved for Cherokee Nation citizens who do not qualify for the Cherokee Nation College Resource Undergraduate Scholarship.
Application Process
- Verify eligibility and gather all required documents
- Submit your application before the January 31 deadline
The Cherokee Nation Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving Cherokee Nation citizens by providing educational opportunities. Its mission is to empower Cherokee students to reach their full potential.
