Cherokee Nation citizens living anywhere in the United States who are working toward their first associate's or bachelor's degree can apply for this need-based scholarship, which requires filing for the federal Pell Grant. Applications go through the tribe's Gadugi Portal during set windows each fall and spring.
DemographicsMust be a registered Cherokee Nation citizen and file the FAFSA/Pell Grant application; open to citizens living anywhere in the U.S. (a separate reservation-only track also exists for those living within Cherokee Nation boundaries).
Award amount is not published; based on enrolled credit hours and available funding each term.