scholarship

Howka sisters and brothers,
I am very big about our people applying for scholarships. During my college experience getting my AA, BS and my masters I won numerous scholarships, worth thousands of dollars. I want to help make sure other tribal members have the same opportunity. here is another opportunity.
The National Tribal Gaming Commissions/Regulators will be awarding three (3) $5,000 Scholarships to graduating high school seniors, rising undergraduates, and potential graduate students pursuing
an education in the gaming, business, financial, and hospitality
industries.

Eligibility:
* Must be an enrolled member of a United States federally-recognized American Indian tribe or Alaska Native group;
* Must be enrolled at an accredited college or university within the United States.

Evaluation:
Students will be evaluated on academic ability by grade point
average, class rank, and curriculum rigor. Also evaluated are
exhibition of leadership, honors and awards received, community
involvement, an essay, three (3) letters of recommendation, intellectual skills beyond the classroom, accomplishments and professional development.

Criteria:
* Have attained a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale at the time of application;
* Will be attending a United States accredited college or university as full-time student;
* Have demonstrated character, personal merit
and commitment. Merit is demonstrated through leadership in school,
civic and extra-curricular activities, academic achievement and
motivation to serve and succeed;
Application:
A complete application, along with the corresponding required documents as indicated in the application packet, must be submitted no later than June 30th of each year for consideration for the fall semester or no later than October 31st for the spring semester.

Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Send completed applications and supporting documents to:
National Indian Gaming Commissions/Regulators Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 454
Oneida, WI 54155

dawnr @ thehillgroup.org (take out spaces)

Download Application:
http://www.ntgcr.com/2011/NTGCR%20Scholarship%20Application2.pdf