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American Indian Student Resources

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Financial aid programs for American Indian students that are available through the state of Minnesota.

The American Indian Scholars Program was established in the 2023 Legislative Session. This program provides a first-dollar tuition and fee-free pathway for Minnesotans eligible for resident tuition who are enrolled members or citizens of any federally recognized tribe or Canadian First Nation to attend a Minnesota State institution or the University of Minnesota. Students not eligible for resident tuition who are enrolled members or citizens of a Minnesota Tribal Nation are also eligible for the program.

For more information, please visit the American Indian Scholars Program page.

Fostering Independence Grant Program

The Fostering Independence Higher Education Grants (FIG) is a financial aid program that seeks to eliminate that barrier for Minnesota resident students who were in the foster care system.

If you are a Minnesota resident student under age 27 and were in the Minnesota foster care system at any point after your thirteenth birthday, this grant may cover the cost of attendance at any eligible Minnesota public or participating private college and university. Accessing the grant is as simple as filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) OR Minnesota Dream Act application. Both applications include a question about foster care; the Minnesota Department of Human Services confirms your information. If you are eligible, your postsecondary institution will award the grant as part of your financial aid package.

For more information please visit the Fostering Independence Higher Education Grant page.

North Star Promise

North Star Promise provides free college tuition to help make education after high school possible for more Minnesota students and families. Free tuition is available at all Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, all University of Minnesota campuses, and all Tribal Colleges.

The North Star Promise program is open to all Minnesota resident students with a family Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) below $80,000, as reported on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Minnesota Dream Act Application. Completing one of these forms is all you have to do for North Star Promise funds.

For more information please visit the North Star Promise page.

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