Scholarship Opportunity

Waḣpeṭuŋwiŋ Daḳota Iapi Scholarship

Offered by University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The Waḣpeṭuŋwiŋ Daḳota Iapi Scholarship supports degree-seeking University of Minnesota Twin Cities undergraduates who demonstrate strong dedication to learning, speaking, and teaching the Dakota language and using their education to benefit the community.

Minimum GPA3.0+
EssayRequired
RenewableYes
Grade LevelUndergraduate Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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

Next Daḳota Iapi Degree-Seeking Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Submit the FAFSA.
  • Be admitted or pending admission to an undergraduate degree program in American Indian Studies at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities.
  • Demonstrate academic promise.
  • Demonstrate commitment to learning to speak and teach the Dakota language or using education to benefit the community.
  • Maintain at least a 3.0 GPA after receiving the scholarship.

Requirements

  • Complete FAFSA.
  • Complete the current scholarship application when a new cycle opens.
  • Demonstrate dedication to Dakota-language learning and community benefit.

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply or gain admission to the undergraduate American Indian Studies program.
  2. 2Complete FAFSA.
  3. 3Monitor the department for a new scholarship application cycle.
  4. 4Complete the scholarship application when reopened.
  5. 5Maintain at least a 3.0 GPA if selected.

Essay Support

Writing an essay for this scholarship?

ScholarScore can help you review your draft for clarity, organization, authenticity, impact, and scholarship readiness without rewriting your essay for you.

Review My Essay →

Before using AI-assisted feedback, check the scholarship provider's current rules regarding AI tools.