SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS
Adelma Ledra Kellogg
The Adelma Ledra Kellogg scholarship was established by the family of Mr. and Mrs. Robb. Applicants must be enrolled full-time, 2.0 GPA and demonstrate need. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office at CCCC. Deadline and amounts vary. American Indian College Fund (AICF) Scholarships The AICF is awarded on the basis of past academic performance and potential. Applications are available at www.collegefund.org. Deadlines vary.
American Indian Education Foundation
The AIEF was established to support educational opportunities for American Indian and Alaska Native students. Applicants must be of American Indian descent, attending an accredited 2 or 4-year college, enrolled full-time. Deadline to apply is May 4. Applications are available at www.aiefprograms.org
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
The AICPA Scholarships for Minority Accounting Students provides competitive awards to outstanding full time undergraduate minority students at regionally accredited institutions to encourage their: selection of accounting as a major, entry into the profession and ultimately achieving the CPA designation. Students must have completed at least 30 semester hours with at least six hours in accounting. All applicants must have an overall and accounting grade point average of at least 3.3. Awards are primarily based on merit (academic achievement). The AICPA defines minority students as those of Black, Native American, Pacific Island races, or of Hispanic ethnic origin. All applicants must be U.S. citizens. (212) 596-6223 (minority scholarships, fellowships). www.aicpa.org
Federal Pell Grant
Pell Grants are the foundation of federal student aid, to which aid from other federal and non federal sources might be added. Undergraduates with no prior Bachelor’s degree are eligible for this grant. Eligibility is determined by the “Total Family Contribution” as calculated by the Federal Processing Center based on financial information reported on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Awards range from $486-$5,350. Students apply for the Pell Grant by completing the FAFSA.
Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant (AC Grant)
The Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG) is a federal grant program created to encourage students to take challenging courses in high school and to pursue college majors in high demand in the global economy. The Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant of up to $750 will be awarded to freshman and up to $1,300 to sophomores who meet the eligibility criteria. The Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant is not automatically renewable. Students apply for the AC Grant by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) annually and by meeting the stated eligibility criteria. The amount of the AC Grant, in combination with the Federal Pell Grant and other financial aid cannot exceed demonstrated financial need.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
The FESEOG is awarded to students with exceptional financial need. Eligibility is determined by the College based on financial need and availability of funds. Priority is given to students who apply by April 15. Students must be enrolled at least half-time. Students apply for the FSEOG by completing the FAFSA. Awards range from $200-400.
Federal Work Study (FWS)
The Federal Work Study program provides eligible students with an on-campus job to earn money to help pay college expenses. This program is an extension of the Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid (FSA) program with awards ranging from $100-$1,000 per academic year. In addition to various on-campus job sites, CCCC also offers community service job placement at the Valerie Merrick Library, which also serves as the community public library for the Spirit Lake Nation. Students apply for the FWS program by completing the FAFSA. At CCCC, the program is available to all FSA eligible students.
Ford/AICF Corporate Scholars Program
Applicants must be Native American, have at least a 3.0 GPA, achieved sophomore status and declared a major in math, science, engineering, business, teacher training or environmental science. Applications areavailable at www.collegefund.org.
Helen Bergstrom Ernst Scholarship Fund
The Helen Bergstrom Ernst Scholarship Fund was established to provide members of the Spirit Lake tribe with an opportunity to pursue their educational goals. Applicants must be an enrolled member of the Spirit Lake tribe, enrolled full time in an accredited post-secondary institution and maintain a 2.00 GPA. The deadline for the scholarship is July 15th of each year. Applications are available by contacting Cheryl Belgarde, PO Box 344, Ft. Totten, ND 58335. (701) 766-1200.
Higher Education Resource Organization for Students (HEROS) Scholarship
This scholarship is available to students enrolled full-time in a North Dakota institute of higher education who has earned a minimum 3.0 grade point average or better and who is an enrolled member of a tribe. Up to seven $100 scholarships are available; one per ND reservation; one for any other federally recognized tribe; one for incoming freshman who have just recently graduated from high school; and one for a graduate student. Deadline date to apply is September 1. Applications are available at www.grandforksnd.us/heros/
Marcy Young McKay
The Marcy Young McKay Scholarship was established by her brothers and sisters in memory of Marcy Young McKay, one of the first Spirit Lake tribal members to graduate (1977) from Cankdeska Cikana (Little Hoop) Community College. This $200 scholarship will be awarded to one female student, enrolled full-time and a sophomore, 2.0 GPA and demonstrates need. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office at CCCC. Deadline varies.
North Dakota State Student Incentive Grant (NDSSIG)
The NDSSIG is available to North Dakota residents in need of financial assistance. Students must be enrolled full-time and maintain full-time status to be eligible. To apply for the NDSSIG, students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and indicate North Dakota resident status. The deadline for priority consideration is March 15, (this means that the FAFSA must be received at the processing center by this date to meet the deadline). Applications may be submitted after this date and will be considered only if funds are available after awards have been offered to all eligible students whose applications were received by March 15. For more information, contact the ND University System office at 701-328-4114.
North Dakota Indian Scholarship Program
The intent of the North Dakota Indian Scholarship Program is to assist Native American students in obtaining a basic college education. Applicants must be an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe and a resident of North Dakota. Students must be enrolled full-time and must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher. Grants may range from $700 to $2,000 depending on scholastic ability, funds available, total number of applicants, and financial need. Deadline to apply is July 15. Applications are available at www.ndus.nodak.edu
Native American Health Education Fund
Open to Native American students pursuing a career in a health related field. Scholarships up to $500 will be awarded. Applications are available by contacting NAHEF, 1701 Pleasant Green Road, Durham, NC 27715. (919) 383-1038. Deadline is June 15.
Phillip John Young
The Phillip John Young scholarship was established in memory of Phillip John Young who was a dedicated lifelong learner and educator. This $200 scholarship will be awarded to one male student, enrolled full-time and a sophomore, 2.0 GPA and demonstrate need. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office at CCCC. Deadline varies.
Spirit Lake Tribal Education Scholarship
Applicants must be enrolled members of the Spirit Lake tribe. Applications are available by contacting the Tribal Secretary, PO Box 359, Ft. Totten, ND 58335. (701) 766-1223. Deadline varies.
Spirit Lake Higher Education Program
The Higher Education Program is open to all tribal members who are enrolled in a federally recognized tribe residing within the service area of the Spirit Lake Nation. Higher Education is money for undergraduate students who are seeking a college degree. All participants are required to be full time students carrying 12 credit hours or more before funding is considered. The program does not fund part time or summer students. To be eligible for the program, students must be Pell eligible and maintain a semester grade point average of 2.00 or better. Applications are available by contacting Spirit Lake Employment and Training, PO Box 344, Ft. Totten, ND 58335. (701) 766-1200
Standing Rock Higher Education Scholarship
Applicants must be enrolled members of the Standing Rock Tribe. Applications are available by contacting the Office of Higher Education, Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, PO Box D, Fort Yates, ND 58538, 1-800-854- 2095. Deadline dates: Fall Semester–July 1, Spring Semester—December 30, Summer Semester–May 30.
Straws Charitable
Applicants must be an enrolled member of a federally recognized Tribe, have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA, pursuing a degree in Bison Management or a related field. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office or www.collegefund.org. Deadline is June 1.
The Gates Millennium Scholars Program
Open only to high school seniors. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, have a minimum GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale, demonstrate financial need, and leadership commitment through participation in community service, extracurricular activities, or other activities that reflect leadership abilities. Applications are available on-line at www.gmsp.org. Deadline is February 1 of each year.
Three Affiliated Tribes Higher Education Scholarship
Applicants must be enrolled members of the Three Affiliated Tribes. Applications are available by contacting the Higher Education Grant Program, Three Affiliated Tribes, HCR 3, Box 2, New Town, ND 58763. (701) 627- 4112. Deadline is March 15 for Fall Semester and October 15 for Spring Semester.
Turtle Mountain Higher Education Scholarship
Applicants must be enrolled members of the Turtle Mountain Tribe. Applications are available by contacting Emil LaRoque, Scholarship Office, PO Box 900, Belcourt, ND 58316. (701) 477-8102. Deadline: September 1.
Veterans Benefits
Veterans of active military service should contact their local Veterans Administration Office. Courses offered by CCCC may be approved for veteran students. Veteran students receiving education benefits must comply with the policies, procedures, and regulations of the Veterans Administration and college. Veteran students attending CCCC may contact the Financial Aid Director for applications.
State Workforce Investment Act/Tribal Workforce Investment Act/Jobs
These programs are designed to assist underemployed persons to obtain vocational training up to two years in length. The Spirit Lake WIA program pays an incentive allowance based on actual hours in the classroom or for tuition, books, and fees. The North Dakota WIA will pay for tuition, books, and fees. Students must take the GATB test and will be selected for the program based on the poverty guidelines. For more information, contact: Spirit Lake Employment and Training Office, Fort Totten, ND 58335, 701-766-1200 or Job Service of North Dakota at 766-1205 or 662-9300.
Employment Assistance Adult Vocational Training
A student who is a member of a federally recognized Indian tribe or band may apply for grants-in-aid administered by the Employment Assistance Program within the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). Each student must apply early each year through the BIA agency office where he/she is enrolled.