Maniilaq James Qigñak Wells Scholarship
The James Qigñak Wells Scholarship gives up to $15,000 per calendar year to eligible tribal members who are junior-standing or higher undergraduates, or graduate/post-graduate students, at an accredited university; funds go directly to the school. Deadlines match the Paaraq Scholarship: Fall/Fall Quarter Aug 15, Winter/Spring Quarter Jan 15, Spring Quarter Mar 15, Summer/Summer Quarter Jun 30, all by 11:59pm AKST. Apply through Maniilaq's online scholarship portal.
Who it’s for
Eligible tribal members at junior standing+ (4-year undergrad), or graduate/doctoral students, at an accredited institution
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