White Earth Nation Scholarship Program (WESP)

White Earth Nation's Student Financial Services administers the White Earth Scholarship Program (WESP) for enrolled members of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe's White Earth Band. Applicants need a high school diploma or GED, must be accepted to an accredited institution, and must complete the FAFSA regardless of household income. Published award rates run up to $250 per credit for undergraduates (max $6,000/year) and up to $350 per credit for graduate students (max $5,600/year), reduced by other financial aid received. Signed paper applications must be mailed in — digital, faxed, or emailed signatures are not accepted — with a priority deadline of May 31 before the academic year begins.

Eligibility

DemographicsMust be an enrolled member of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe, White Earth Band.

Applying

Undergraduate: up to $250/credit, max $3,000/semester ($6,000/year). Graduate: up to $350/credit, max $2,800/semester ($5,600/year). Award reduced by other financial aid received.