Private Scholarships
Opportunities with April 2024 Deadlines
UG - Undergraduate Student (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior)
GR - Graduate Student (Masters or Professional Degree)
HS - Graduating High School Students
Note: For more information, follow-up questions, and to check on the status of your application with any of the opportunities listed below, please reach out to the funding organization/company directly.
Enrolled as a matriculated student in a university, college, junior college or technical school. One-Quarter (1/4) enrolled member of a Federally Recognized Native American Tribe. Undergraduate student with no more than 150 semester credits or 210 quarter credits. Full-time or part-time status – excluding non-credit courses (minimum of 6 credits). Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.25 must be established and maintained after the first term/semester of college. Click to apply.
Applicant must complete online application, personal statement, 2 letters of recommendation, transcripts, and Student Aid Report (SAR) or FAFSA worksheet. Click to apply.
Applicant must complete scholarship application, maintain a GPA of 3.2 on 4.0 scale, demonstrate financial assistance, citizen of the US or Canada, and Plan a career in the petroleum, energy or allied industry, or research and development of alternative fuels such as coal, electric, solar, wind hydroelectric, nuclear, and ethanol. Click to apply.
Applicants must complete online application, a statement of purpose, transcripts, and (3) letters of recommendations. Graduate study must include a description of their thesis or other special lighting project. Click to apply.
April 1, 2024 - Maureen L. and Howard N. Bitman Scholarship to Promote Diversity in Engineering - HS
Applicants must be a high school senior who will be majoring in any engineering field; must complete application, provide complete high school transcripts, include resume and two letters of recommendation; must provide responses to 4 short-answer questions. Click to apply.
Design and create a video, billboard, or radio segment to inform young drivers about the distractions and safe driving tips. Click to apply.
Applicant must be actively enrolled full time in an accredited college/university; Applicant must submit online application; Applicant must submit a 500-1500 word essay; Topic provided on website. Click to apply.
Applicants must complete online application, which includes: 1 page essay, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and nomination letter from your research faculty mentor or advisor. Click to apply.
Apply for one of these three available scholarships, each valued at $2,000. Students may apply for more than one scholarship but can only be awarded one scholarship per year. To be eligible, students must have plans to enroll in the fall of 2022 in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college or university or in a full-time trade/vocational school. Full-time undergraduate students already enrolled at an accredited two- or four-year college or university or trade/vocational school are also eligible. Students agree to use their name and photograph for publication by US Eagle relating to this program by submitting their application. Applicants must be members or relatives of a current member at US Eagle. Employees, volunteers, and immediate family members of employees at US Eagle are not eligible. Click to apply.
Applicant must complete online application, have a student or parent enrolled or have documentation of being a Native American, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian, attending an accredited graduate school, enrolled in 6-18 credits, and GPA between 2.5-3.5. Click to apply.
Applicant must complete application, including: Community Involvement Form, Essay, photo, Transcripts. Applicant also must have a student or parent enrolled or have documentation of being a Native American, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian, GPA between 2.0-3.4, ACT of 14 or higher. Click to apply.
Applicant must be a Albuquerque High School graduate, GPA 3.6, demonstrate financial need, pursue a degree in a STEM field, Personal Statement, Reference from an AHS math/science teacher, two references. Click to apply.
Applicant must be Eldorado High School (EHS), Varsity Soccer Player, Full Time, Name of Varsity of soccer team coach, A Reference from an educator and soccer coach. Click to apply.
Providing assistance to New Mexico residents from Quay County to continue their post-secondary education. Applications are considered for graduating high school seniors beginning their college education. Click to apply.
Providing scholarships to students seeking a higher education for the following purposes: Applicant may pursue a master’s, bachelor’s or associate degree in a science and/or human service discipline without consideration of planned career location OR ALTERNATIVELY applicant may pursue a degree or technical or vocational certificate or diploma for use in any planned trade or career in a northwest New Mexico community. Click to apply.
The Douglas Faust Blackledge Memorial Scholarship will recognize one graduating senior from the Manzano High School Boys Varsity Soccer team, and one graduating senior from the Manzano High School Varsity Wresting team. Click to apply.
Applicant must live in a manufactured mobile/manufactured home, GPA 3.0, Essay, Statement of Financial need, Proof of Residency in a manufactured home, Letter of Reference. Click to apply.
Applicant must demonstrate that he/she is capable of succeeding in that educational pursuit and that this scholarship will help them in this endeavor, Letter of Reference from an educator and community sponsor, Personal Essay. Click to apply.
Providing assistance to a graduating senior from Hot Springs High School in Truth or Consequences, NM who will be attending a New Mexico public university/college or community college. Click to apply.
GPA 3.0, ACT 23, Personal Essay, (2) References from an educator and community member. Click to apply.
Providing assistance for graduating seniors from 24 designated central New Mexico high schools attending a New Mexico four-year college/university. Each designated high school selects one student for a $500 per year award, renewable for a total of four years of undergraduate studies. Click to apply.
Providing scholarships to Moriarty High School graduating Senior students, who plan on attending a two-year and/or four-year college/university or certified trade school. Students must be pursuing his or her first undergraduate, associate or applied skilled trades degree. Awards may be used for academic costs, i.e., tuition, books, student fees, school supplies, and/or on-campus housing. Click to apply.
Applicant must have been a La Cueva High School who graduated from language learning, reading disability, or learning barrier or life challenge. Additional applicants must provide a Personal Essay, GPA 2.0, Up to two references from teachers and/or counselors. Click to apply.
Provides scholarships to deserving young students who have participated in the Albuquerque Youth Symphony Program and intend to pursue a degree in music during college. One new and/or renewing scholarship, up to $4,000 will be awarded annually. In order to apply, you MUST fill out the 2023 Interest Form to confirm your eligibility. Email completed form to Dominic Garcia, Scholarship & Grant Associate by Thursday, March 16, 2023. Click to apply.
Providing assistance to students to secure a college education and create a better way of life, ultimately mentoring other young men and women to succeed. It is important the applicant has a strong background in community service during his or her high school career and reflects that of a "stand-up citizen. Preference will be given to Albuquerque High School students. Click to apply.
Applicant must be female from Albuquerque Academy, Preference will be given to applicants from high school debate or society, High School Transcript, Resume, Personal Essay. Click to apply.
Applicants must be a full time student, GPA of 3.8 or higher, ACT of 30, Personal Statement, Reference from a math or science teacher, Reference from other teachers, internship or work programs, or community services. Click to apply.
For graduating high school seniors who will attend any out-of-state college or an in-state privdate schoo. Applicant must be a High School Senior, Available Statewide, Must be a Federal Financial Aid Recipient. Click to apply.
Applicant must be between the ages of 15-27, meet certain qualifications of parent(s) or guardian(s) (SEE APPLICATION), Essay, Transcripts, Proof Acceptance, ACT/SAT scores, resume, verified community service, and letter of acceptance. Click to apply.
Applicant must complete online application, submit a photo and an essay on a selected topic. Click to apply.
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must have high academic achievement, extracurricular activities, leadership abilities and the ability to self-manage your diabetes. It would be helpful if you are involved in some kind of diabetes advocacy groups, activities or community organizations. An essay and 2 letters of recommendation are required. One letter should be from your doctor, and the other letter should be from a high school teacher or guidance counselor. Click to apply.
Applicants must complete online application, at least one or more of the applicant's parents or grandparents must be an active Class A, B, C, Equipment Manager, A-Retired, B-Retired or AA member of GCSAA and/or IGCEMA for five or more consecutive years. The competition is open to natural or adoptive offspring of GCSAA members. Children, stepchildren or grandchildren of decreased members are also eligible if the member was active at the time of his or her death. Additional requirements can be found the GCSAA in the website. Click to apply.
Applicants must be graduating high school seniors intending to major in Computer Science; must complete online application, provide official high school transcripts, current resume, two letters of recommendation, college acceptance letter, and 350-500 word essay describing work ethic and career goals in computer science; students must maintain a GPA of 3.3 or better once they receive the scholarship. Click to apply.
This renewable (4 years) scholarship has a team sport requirement. Applicants must meet the initial and renewal requirements for scholarship in subsequent years. To be eligible, you must be a high school senior with Type 1 diabetes, in control of and self-managing your disease, have medical endorsement that you have Type 1 diabetes, and be participating in an organized team sport. Click to apply.
The Aimee Melissa Davis Memorial Scholarship was established by family and friends to remember Aimee. Scholarships are given to graduating seniors from a high school within Travis, Williamson or Hays Counties, living with a diagnosis of Type I Diabetes (insulin-dependent) with financial need and academic potential. Click to apply.
Applicants must be 14-22 years old; create an original work in the form of creative writing, video or graphic design or music that shows solutions and strategies to stop distracted driving. Click to apply.
Undergraduates must maintain a 2.00 GPA and 12 credit hours, Graduates must maintain a 3.00 GPA and 9 credit hours. Required documents: Application, Letter of Interest and College Acceptance, High School or College Transcripts, and Certificate of Indian Blood, Internship Application. Applicants must also submit an Employment Application online during the Internship Application window of April 17-26, 2024. Click to apply.
Undergraduates must maintain a 2.00 GPA and 12 credit hours, Graduates must maintain a 3.00 GPA and 9 credit hours. Required documents: Application, Letter of Interest and College Acceptance, High School or College Transcripts, and Certificate of Indian Blood. Click to apply.
The A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship Program is funded through a variety of sources, including memorials, individual donations, AISES fundraisers, and other corporate grants. This scholarship fund was established to memorialize A.T. Anderson, one of the AISES founders.Click to apply.
Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud, and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, Accenture offers Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations Services, and Accenture Song—all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers.Click to apply.
AISES is proud to partner with Amateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC) to offer a $5,000 scholarship to students pursing an Associates, Bachelors, or Master’s degree at an accredited institution studying in one of the following STEM fields: electrical engineering, computer engineering, web design and development, audio technology, mechanical engineering, mathematics, information technology, and communications.Click to apply.
AISES is pleased to offer a scholarship program in partnership with Aristocrat for the 2023-2024 academic year. Undergraduate students are eligible, and students in a field related to casino gaming (software development, technology, supply chain, etc.) are welcome and encouraged to apply. Click to apply.
Administered by AISES for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation (BNSF), this scholarship is made available to American Indian high school seniors with a 3.0 GPA or higher who reside in one of the 23 states serviced by the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Pacific Corporation and its affiliated companies: Arizona, California, Colorado, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, Arkansas, Louisiana, Utah, Nevada, Wyoming, Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska, Wisconsin, or Iowa.Click to apply.
Chevron will award scholarships to students majoring in Information Technology, Engineering and Earth Science. Recipient must be authorized to work in the United States and have a 3.0 GPA.Click to apply.
AISES is pleased to offer a scholarship program in partnership with Environmental Science Associates (ESA) for the 2024-2025 academic year. Undergraduate Indigenous students pursuing a STEM or planning degree in the states of Washington, Oregon, California or Florida are welcome and encouraged to apply. Awards are $2,000 for the academic year.Click to apply.
In partnership with ExxonMobil, AISES is pleased to announce its ExxonMobil Geosciences Summer Fieldwork Scholarship. Through ExxonMobil’s generous support, AISES will offer scholarships in the amount of $3,000 to assist undergraduate, MS, and PhD students in financing geosciences field work and research for summer 2023.Click to apply.
The Google Scholarship opportunity meets AISES’ mission-driven objective to support Indigenous students in becoming qualified, STEM professionals through academic scholarship and wrap around support services. With the resources provided by Google, combined with AISES’ 46 years of experience administering scholarships and offering support programs to Indigenous students, AISES believes the recipients will excel in their programs and provide meaningful contributions in the STEM workforce.Click to apply.
The Intel Growing the Legacy Scholarship Program will support undergraduate and graduate students. This Program includes financial support, mentorship, paid internship opportunities, and, upon successful graduation, employment opportunities with Intel. Scholarships are $5,000 for undergraduate students and $10,000 for graduate students. Click to apply.
The Polaris Foundation is dedicated to long-term investment in the communities where they live and do business. Providing Polaris with a quality workforce and creating healthy communities where our employees live is central to their vision. Click to apply.
AISES is pleased to announce the RISE Scholarship. RISE, powered by Aristocrat Gaming, engages, and supports Indigenous students, professionals, and tribes by offering exposure, resources, and programming aimed to increase Indigenous talent in tribal gaming education and careers. The scholarship is available to students interested in all aspects of the casino gaming industry from game development, commissioning, marketing, cyber security and so much more. Click to apply.
AISES is pleased to offer a scholarship program in partnership with Society of Professional Engineering in Aerospace (SPEEA) for the 2022-2023 academic year. Indigenous students interested in an aerospace career pursing an associates, bachelors, or graduate degree in the state of Washington are welcome and encouraged to apply. Awards are $5,000 for the academic year with additional assistance available for students with dependent children.Click to apply.
Stellantis, one of the world’s leading automakers, is proud to offer qualified Native American students a chance to earn a scholarship as they pursue a rewarding career path as fully-fledged automotive service technicians. This scholarship opportunity is made possible by the Jeep® Brand and the Mopar® Career Automotive Program (CAP). Any Indigenous student interested in becoming a certified automotive service technician is encouraged to apply. To qualify, students must have tribal membership, as well as membership in AISES, which is made available to students at no cost (see the Eligibility section below for complete details).Mopar® CAP partners with nearly 100 universities, community colleges, technical colleges, and vocational schools throughout the United States to train the next generation of automotive service technicians. A complete list of participating schools can be found here. Through Mopar® CAP, students can earn their service technician certification in as little as 12 to 24 months, armed with the necessary skills to begin work at a Stellantis dealership. For more information about Mopar® CAP visit MoparCAP.com or follow us on social media by searching for “MoparCAP” on Instagram and Threads, or “MoparCAPOfficial” on Facebook. Click to apply.
Applicants must be 1/4 or more degree American Indian, full time student, apply for 10 other sources of funding, and write a personal statement. Click to apply.
The FIRST x AISES scholarship is a new initiative designed to provide Indigenous students pursuing STEM studies in higher education. Click to apply.
The Indigenous Peoples Education Fund (“Foundation”) was founded to provide grants to support the education of enrolled members of any US state or federally-recognized Native American tribe. Click to apply.
Applicants must complete online application form and provide a response to one of 9 prompts provided in the website; in the essay, applicant must either take an unpopular stand, appreciate a new idea or find common ground with someone they disagree with. Click to apply.
