Higher
education awards

Eligibility:

  • Any Shawnee citizen currently enrolled in a post-secondary education program at the undergraduate, graduate or doctorate level may apply during the three annual program terms (Fall, Winter/Spring, Summer).

View Terms & Deadlines

  • Any Shawnee citizen currently enrolled in a vocational/trade school program may apply during their institution’s registration period.
  • Post-secondary students must be attending an accredited school, meeting the standards of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or one of its participating or recognized accrediting organizations.
  • All applicants must maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher in order to remain eligible.

Student income, age, location, or dual citizenship status will not be used to determine applicant eligibility. All program assistance will be awarded as funding is available. Incomplete applications are not guaranteed consideration.

Website Headshot_Ella Kohler
ELLA
KOHLER
Program Specialist

Program Scope & Award Details

  • Tier 1: Undergraduate Level
    Undergraduate students working on an associate degree, or bachelor’s degree will be awarded $150 per credit hour, not to exceed $6,000 annually.
  • Tier 2: Graduate Level
    Graduate students working on their master’s degree will be awarded $300 per credit hour, not to exceed $11,000 annually.
  • Tier 3: Doctorate Level
    Doctorate Level students will be awarded $500 per credit hour, not to exceed $18,000 annually.
  • Vocational/Certification Short-Term Programs
    Students in tech or certification programs lasting less than six months will be eligible for up to $1,000 in educational assistance once per program.
  • Vocational/Certification Mid-Term Programs
    Students in tech or certification programs lasting six to twelve months will be eligible for up to $2,000 in educational assistance once per program.
  • Vocational/Certification Long-Term Programs
    Students in tech or certification programs lasting more than twelve months will be eligible for up to $3,000 in educational assistance once per program.
*Please note: If you are enrolled in a vocational/certification program, download & complete the application paperwork during your institution’s class registration period. Contact staff if you need assistance.

Required documents
& how to apply

  • Completed Program Application Form
  • Signed Rights and Responsibilities Form
  • Signed Release of Information Form
  • Copy of Tribal Enrollment Card
  • Copy of State ID or Passport
  • Current Class Schedule – Must include student’s name, school name, and credit hours
  • Current Transcript – Must include student’s name, school name, and term GPA for past two semesters completed
  • Additional Documents as Requested
Application Packet

Applications and required documentation may be submitted via email, mail, or in person at Shawnee Tribe Headquarters.

Please contact program staff via email at education@shawnee-tribe.com or via phone at (918) 542-2441, ext. 133, with questions or to begin the application process.

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