The CIRI Foundation awards this competitive scholarship to Alaska Native shareholders of Cook Inlet Region, Inc. and their lineal descendants who enroll full-time in a bachelor's or graduate degree program. Applicants land in one of three award tiers based on GPA, and selection also weighs your purpose statement and record of community service to Alaska Native communities.
DemographicsCIRI (Cook Inlet Region, Inc.) shareholder or lineal descendant of a shareholder; must enroll full-time in a 4-year undergraduate or graduate program.
Three tiers: Achievement ($10,000, up to 10 awards, 3.0 GPA), Excellence ($15,000, up to 2 awards, 3.5 GPA), Special Excellence ($20,000, 1 award, 3.5 GPA). Paid in two installments.