Indian Education Higher Education Grant

Objective

To provide financial aid to eligible Indian students to enable them to attend accredited institutions of higher education.

Who Can Apply

• Federally Recognized lndian Tribal Governments
• Individual/Family
• Minority group

Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments and tribal organizations authorized by Indian Tribal Governments may apply to administer the program. Individuals who are members of Federally Recognized Indian Tribes may submit applications for benefits directly to the Bureau of Indian Affairs if the Bureau agency serving their reservation provides direct services for this program. Individuals must be enrolled in an accredited college and have financial need as determined by the institution's financial aid office.

Who Benefits

• Student/Trainee
• American Indian
• School
• Child (6-15)
• Youth (16-21)

Members of a Federally Recognized Indian Tribe who are enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited college and have financial need as determined by the institution's financial aid office.

Assistance Types

• Project Grants

Program Contact

joe.herrin@bie.edu
(202)208-7658