The Cherokee Nation Foundation is now accepting applications for additional scholarship opportunities for the upcoming academic year.

The new merit scholarships are funded through recent legislation authored by Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. and Deputy Chief Bryan Warner, adding nearly $100,000 in financial support for students pursuing higher education. The Comprehensive Cherokee Nation Education Act of 2024 is focused on identifying and celebrating Cherokee students who exemplify leadership qualities and service to the tribe. While applications for CNF’s general scholarships closed January 31, several scholarships can still be applied for through the end of the month. A full list is available here.