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American Indian Education Fund Undergraduate Scholarship

American Indian Education Fund Undergraduate Scholarship

Applicable For:

College Students

Max Award Amount:

$2,000

Application Deadline:

04/04/2024
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About This Scholarship

The American Indian Education Fund (AIEF) Undergraduate Scholarship is a program that provides financial assistance to American Indian and Alaska Native students who are pursuing undergraduate education. The scholarship is awarded by the AIEF, which is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities to Native American communities.

The AIEF Undergraduate Scholarship is designed to help students pursue undergraduate degrees in a variety of fields, including business, law, education, engineering, medicine, and social work. The scholarship provides funding for tuition, books, and other educational expenses, and recipients are selected based on their academic achievements, leadership potential, and commitment to their communities.

The AIEF Undergraduate Scholarship is highly competitive, with a limited number of awards available each year. However, for those who are selected, it can provide significant financial support to help them achieve their educational and career goals.

Eligibility Criteria For American Indian Education Fund Undergraduate Scholarship

The eligibility criteria for the American Indian Education Fund (AIEF) Undergraduate Scholarship include:

  • Applicants must be enrolled members of a federally recognized tribe in the United States.
  • Applicants must be high school seniors or graduates who have been accepted or enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program in the United States.
  • Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent grades if their school uses a different grading system.
  • Applicants must demonstrate financial need, which will be assessed based on their FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form.
  • Applicants must submit an essay of up to 1,000 words outlining their educational and career goals, their commitment to their Native American community, and how the scholarship will help them achieve their goals.
  • Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak to their academic achievements, leadership potential, and community involvement.

Note that the eligibility criteria for the AIEF Undergraduate Scholarship may be subject to change and that the scholarship is highly competitive, with a limited number of awards available each year.

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