Description
This program will expend funds appropriated by Congress
for the education of eligible Choctaws by providing financial
assistance to attend an institution of higher learning, such as Junior
Colleges and Universities. Applicants must be Choctaw with a CDIB.
Funding is available for students in and out of state.
Deadline: Applications are taken once each year from January 1 through
March 15. Mailing list begins October 1. Returning students must
reapply each year.
These deadlines apply to returning students as well as first time
students/applicants.
Guidelines for funding
All awards are based on the availability of funds. Priority will be
given to undergraduates. Maximum funding for the academic year: Grant:
$1,600.00; Scholarship: $2,000.00.
Full Time Students are those enrolled in 12 or more hours. Part Time
Students are those enrolled in at least 6 hours but less than 12
hours.
For more information, go to:
http://www.choctawnation.com