~GUIDELINES~

Purpose:
The purpose of the competitive Cherokee Directed Studies Scholarship Program is to provide financial assistance to deserving students pursuing higher education in a specific study area aimed at strengthening the Cherokee Nation government and economy.


• Eligibility
• Must be a citizen of the Cherokee Nation
• Must be a resident of the fourteen-county jurisdictional area or contiguous counties (See Map)
• Must be a full time student. Must be accepted in a Professional, Masters or upper level Bachelor’s Program/School.
• Must have an approved major degree plan on file.
• Medical Field Degrees are encouraged to apply for the Indian Health Services Scholarship.
• Medical Field Degrees obtained must be from a University within the United States and approved by the American Medical Association (AMA).
• Must submit official transcripts at the end of each semester.
• Must maintain a grade point average that is in good standing with school.
• Must attend the Cherokee Summer Institute as required.
• Must sign a contract to work for Cherokee Nation for two years after graduation

• Selection Criteria:
A. Students in Professional Schools
B. Students Accepted in Masters Level Program
C. Students with Bachelor’s Degree Plan on File
D. Grade Point Average
E. At Least 60 College Credit Hours with Admission to Degree Program

Cherokee Nation will assist with the following (at a limited rate):

A. Tuition
B. Books
C. Fees
D. Room/Board (University Housing Only)
E. Required Equipment (limited)
F. Pre-Test, Post Test, License Fees

Semester Deadlines: Fall 2010: June 18, 2010, 5 p.m.
Spring 2011: November 1, 2010, 5 p.m.

For An Application Packet or More Information Contact:
Cherokee Nation Education Services, Directed Studies Scholarship Program,
P.O. Box 948, Tahlequah, OK 74465 www.cherokee.org
1(800) 256-0671 toll free or (918) 453-5000 ask for Lisa Trice-Turtle at Ext. 4991
Cherokee Nation building Leaders of tomorrow to sustain our Government and enhance Economic Opportunity for the Benefit of all Cherokee citizens.

4/21/10