Cobell Vocational Scholarship

The Cobell Vocational Scholarship program is for students who are American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, First Nation, or other indigenous peoples of North American heritage and are members of a U.S. federally-recognized tribe. Students who are pursuing a certificate, diploma, or associates degree are welcome to apply. The Cobell Vocational Scholarship is now open. Application available June 1 to May 15 year-round each year until funds are exhausted. The Vocational Cobell Scholarship is designed to support enrolled members of U.S. Federally-recognized American Indian Tribes and Alaska Native Corporations pursuing a diploma, certificate, or Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree (or equivalent) while attending a nonprofit public or private institution; or pursuing an associate of arts (AA) degree (also known as a 2-year degree) leading to certification in a trade (not 'general' studies). The Vocational Scholarship is for individuals recently completed high school; or, high school equivalency programs; and, have interest in a vocation or trade.