Modoc Scholarships

Scholarship Sponsored by Modoc Nation

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I’m glad you’re exploring higher education — we want to help you succeed. Before you apply for the Modoc PostSecondary Scholarship, please read these eligibility requirements and guidelines carefully so you know what to expect.

Eligibility (you must meet all of these)
- Be an enrolled member of the Modoc Nation for at least one full calendar year.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Have no outstanding balance at any previously attended college or university.
- Understand that Modoc Nation will fund only ONE degree, diploma, or vocational certificate.

Available awards (per semester)
- Bachelor’s level: $9,500 per semester (up to 8 semesters)
- Graduate level: $7,500 per semester (up to 4 semesters)
- Ph.D. or J.D.: $7,500 per semester (up to 6 semesters)
- Medical Doctor program: $7,500 per semester (up to 8 semesters)
- Vocational/technical trade program: $6,000 per semester

Important guidelines and conditions
- Modoc Nation does not fund summer sessions.
- All scholarship awards are tentative and require Tribal approval. No payment is guaranteed until a check is issued.
- Applications received or postmarked after the deadline will not be funded and will be returned as disapproved. Meet the deadline.
- All students must apply for federal student aid (Pell Grant) by filing the FAFSA at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Applying will not reduce your eligibility for the Modoc scholarship.
- Funding from the Educational Department of the Modoc Nation is subject to change at any time.
- If a student fails to meet the scholarship’s minimum academic requirements, the scholarship will be suspended. To be reinstated, the student must enroll and successfully complete at least 12 credits with a minimum 2.0 GPA for one semester/term — and that semester/term must be completed without Modoc Nation funding.
- Part‑time award: If you enroll for 6–11 credits, you may be eligible for a part-time award of $2,000 per semester (or $1,333.34 per term) only if you work at least 20 hours per week and provide proof of employment and hours. These part‑time semesters/terms still count toward your total allowable award semesters/terms.

If you have questions about your eligibility, deadlines, or the application process, please contact the Education Department before submitting your application. We want you to be prepared and to make the most of this opportunity.