Established in 1996, Native Vision gives annual college scholarships to outstanding high school American Indian seniors with a commitment to education, athletics and leadership. Listed below are the eligibility requirements and the timeline for application:
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Native Vision Scholarship applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be enrolled as a high school senior for the current academic year
- Be an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe;
- Demonstrate a sustained involvement in the community and an applied concern for American Indian issues and initiatives;
- Maintain a grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 at the time of application;
- Demonstrate involvement in extracurricular and/or athletic activities;
- Be admitted to an accredited community college or four year undergraduate program (for fall 2010).
Application Checklist
Application for the Native Vision Scholarship must include the following items. Applications missing any of the following items will not be considered.
□ Completed application describing school activities, community activities, athletic activities and financial information.
□ Proof of membership in a federally recognized tribe.
□ A 200 word essay explaining goals for the future and how the Native Vision scholarship would assist in achieving dreams. Please emphasize how goals relate to continued involvement in American Indian/Alaska Native communities.
□ High school transcript indicating GPA.
□ Two (2) completed recommendation forms including written statements from recommenders (recommendations cannot come from a family member).
Application Submission
Mail completed application and letters of recommendation to: Marlena Hammen, Native Vision Scholarship, 621 N. Washington Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21205, by MAY 7, 2010.