Scholarship Opportunity

Native Forward Scholars Fund Scholarships

Offered by Native Forward Scholars Fund

Native Forward Scholars Fund administers more than 30 scholarship and fellowship opportunities supporting Native American and Alaska Native students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, professional, and certificate education. A common application provides access to numerous donor-funded and federally supported scholarship programs.

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RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, Graduate Student, Community College Student, Transfer Student, Adult Learner, Trade School Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

Annual Scholarship Cycle

OpensJanuary 1, 2027
DeadlineJuly 15, 2027

Eligibility

  • Meet the Tribal eligibility requirements for one or more Native Forward scholarship opportunities.
  • Attend or plan to attend an accredited U.S. institution full time.
  • Be eligible to receive federal financial aid when required by the scholarship.
  • Submit a completed Tribal Eligibility Certificate (TEC) when required.
  • Submit a completed Financial Needs Form (FNF).
  • Complete the FAFSA each academic year when required.

Requirements

  • Complete the Native Forward personal profile.
  • Submit the Tribal Eligibility Certificate.
  • Submit the Financial Needs Form.
  • Provide academic transcripts.
  • Complete required scholarship essays.
  • Provide one academic recommendation.
  • Provide one community or leadership recommendation.
  • Upload any scholarship-specific documentation.

How to Apply

  1. 1Create a Native Forward scholarship account.
  2. 2Complete your personal profile.
  3. 3Request your Tribal Eligibility Certificate.
  4. 4Work with your financial aid office to complete the Financial Needs Form.
  5. 5Submit FAFSA if required.
  6. 6Upload transcripts, essays, and recommendation letters.
  7. 7Submit your completed application before the annual deadline.

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