Minnesota Indian Scholarship Program
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- Financial Aid Verification
- After You're Offered Financial Aid
- Maintaining Eligibility
- Managing Repayment
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Amount
The annual amount is up to $4,000 per academic year.Renewal
Renewable annually, up to 5 academic years for students in a four-year degree program, or up to 3 academic years for students in a two-year degree or certificate program.
Eligibility
- Are at least one-fourth American Indian ancestry, or an enrolled member or citizen of a federally recognized American Indian tribe or Canadian First Nation.
- A Minnesota resident, as defined by the MN Office of Higher Education.
- Enrolled at least three-quarters time (9 credits) as an undergraduate student in a program leading to a certificate or degree.
- Meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress.
- Not in default on a federal or state student loan.
- Qualify for either Pell or Minnesota State Grant and demonstrate financial need as defined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
How to apply
- Learn more about the Minnesota Indian Scholarship and complete a separate online application through the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.
- Complete the FAFSA.
- Email info.ohe@state.mn.us for additional information.