SMA Native American STEM Scholarship

Urgency: Low

The SMA Native American STEM Scholarship offers $1,500 to Native Americans pursuing a bachelor's degree in STEM fields. It's available to high school seniors and current college students who are enrolled members of federally-recognized tribes.

Jun 1, 2026

44 days left

$1,500

Award amount

Requirements

Who can apply

Must be an enrolled member of a federally-recognized pueblo, nation, or tribe
Graduating high school seniors or current college students can apply
Preference for students residing on tribal lands
Must pursue a full-time bachelor's degree in a STEM field

Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

Quick facts

Status

Upcoming

Field of study

Education

Eligible institutions

Souder, Miller & Associates

Payout method

Not stated on the listing

Before you apply

AI guidance

Things to double-check on the official page.

Important checks

Verify tribal enrollment status
Ensure GPA meets the 3.0 requirement
Check if residing on tribal lands for preference

Missing or unclear on the listing

Payout method details are not stated
No information on how to submit the application

Next steps

AI guidance

A short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.

Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
Prepare the listed materials (1 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
Apply through the official site linked above.

Application tips

AI guidance

Listing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.

Prepare a Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB)
Write a 1-page essay on personal goals and the impact of STEM education

Key requirements (4)

Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

Financial need

This program is open to enrolled members of federally-recognized pueblos, nations, or tribes who are graduating high school seniors or students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.
Preference is given to students who reside within the tribal lands.
Applicants must be interested in working full time on a bachelor's degree in a field of STEM. They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Financial need is not considered in the selection process.

Required documents

Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.

Financial documentation (if required)

Applying

Application details are available on the scholarship's official page.

Award & payment

Amount: $1,500

Payout: Not stated on the listing

About the provider

Souder, Miller & Associates

Overview

The SMA Native American STEM Scholarship offers $1,500 to eligible Native American students interested in STEM education.

Sponsor & application

Information last verified Apr 2, 2026.

Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.

FAQ

Who can apply for this scholarship?

Enrolled members of federally-recognized pueblos, nations, or tribes who are graduating high school seniors or current college students.

Is financial need considered in the selection process?

No, financial need is not considered.

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Who can apply

Must be an enrolled member of a federally-recognized pueblo, nation, or tribe
Graduating high school seniors or current college students can apply
Preference for students residing on tribal lands
Must pursue a full-time bachelor's degree in a STEM field

Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

Key requirements (4)

Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

Financial need

This program is open to enrolled members of federally-recognized pueblos, nations, or tribes who are graduating high school seniors or students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.
Preference is given to students who reside within the tribal lands.
Applicants must be interested in working full time on a bachelor's degree in a field of STEM. They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Financial need is not considered in the selection process.