Association on American Indian Affairs (AAIA) - Graduate Scholarships for Native Americans and Alaskan Natives

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DeadlineMay 31

Award amount$1,000 provided twice per year

Last checkedJun 25, 2026

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Association on American Indian Affairs (AAIA) Scholarship Program

Official scholarship information page for the Association on American Indian Affairs, providing details on eligibility, application requirements, and partnership with the American Indian College Fund.

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Award amount

$1,000 provided twice per year

Eligibility

Must be enrolled with a Native Nation (federally or non-federally recognized) from the continental US or Alaska; Must be enrolled as a full-time student; Must maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA; Must attend an accredited institution seeking an Associate's Degree or higher

Requirements

Submit proof of Native Nation enrollment (I.D. card or official letter); Maintain a 2.5 GPA; Attend full-time; Submit current class schedule and transcript; Provide essays demonstrating connection to Native Nation and Native Country

Application materials

Proof of Native Nation enrollment; Current class schedule; Transcript; Essays

How to apply

Applications are submitted through the American Indian College Fund partner portal

Important dates

Applications open in early 2027 for Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 semesters

Contact

general@Indian-Affairs.org

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