Overview
College & Career Services (CCS) offers financial aid assistance to enrolled members of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe attending College / University in the United States. In addition to the Tribe’s funding, the Service provides guidance with applying to college, FAFSA, HESC (TAP), and other scholarships.
CCS offers two Scholarships: Tribal Learning Assistance Program (TLAP) Scholarship & Educational Trust Scholarship. The TLAP Scholarship funds students pursuing their undergraduate degree (associates or bachelor’s degree) or graduate degree (masters or doctorate). Educational Trust Scholarship funds only Tribal Members, enrolled in a U.S. College/University, attending full-time credits (12 or more credits) at undergraduate level.
** Student must complete TLAP Intake Process with the Intake Coordinator before applying for the College & Career Services.
Eligibility
New Student
- New Student CCS Profile Form (Form used to apply for the TLAP Scholarship)
- High school diploma/ GED copy/ High School Transcript showing Graduation Date
- Copy of certifications, licensure, or degree(s) (If applicable)
- Acceptance Letter/ Enrollment Verification (from U.S. College/ University student is attending)
- Schedule for next semester (Must have student name, school name, course names, course credits, & must be clear) Credits showing Part-time/ full-time.
- Grades/ transcript (if they are a transfer student)
- Individual Success Plan (ISP) (Completed, signed & dated) to meet college/ career goals.
Downloadable New Student Profile Form: NEW Student CCS Profile
Downloadable Individual Success Plan Form: CCS EET ISP
Returning Student
- Returning Student CCS Profile Form (Form used to reapply for the TLAP Scholarship every semester and to keep student file updated of any changes)
- Last semester grades (Must have student name, school name, course names, Term GPA, Cumulative GPA, & clear unaltered document)
- Next semester’s schedule (Must have student name, school name, course names, total credits)
- Individual Success Plan (ISP) (completed, signed, date, & submitted every Fall - July 15)
Downloadable Returning Student Profile Form: RETURNING Student CCS Profile
Downloadable Individual Success Plan Form: CCS EET ISP
Deadlines
The College & Career Services program has the following deadlines for financial support:
- July 15 - Fall Semester
- December 31 - Spring Semester
Downloadable Financial Aid Guide: Financial Aid Guide
Expectations of the Program
Our goal is to assist Saint Regis Mohawk Members with their college and career goals to help members become employable and contribute members of society and in their communities.
- Maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 for Undergraduate students
- Maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0 for Master’s & Graduate students.
- Continue to make academic progress
- Promise to seek out professors or other services when in need of academic assistance
- Inform College & Career Services of withdrawal or other absences from college
- Inform College & Career Services of graduation and submit final grades and copy of degree
Career Pathways Program 2023
Are you a student in need of some preparation for college, careers, and employment? Applications are now being accepted for the 2023 Career Pathways Summer Program. Open to students in grades 7-12. The program will run Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Participants will be paid at the time of program completion.
Deadline to apply is June, 23, 2023. at 5pm.
Past Program Topics & Activities:
- College 101
- Team Building Activities
- Note Taking Skills
- Study Skills
- Time Management Skills
- Scavenger Hunt
- Interviewing Skills
- Budgeting
- Brain Teasers
- and More!
Downloadable Career Pathways Application: Career Pathways Application 2023
Undergrad Program
The undergraduate program serves incoming freshmen to senior college students. Students must be in acceptable academic standing and progressing through their respective programs. Requirements include a completed application, a tribal certification letter, college acceptance letter, official transcripts, diploma or GED.
Graduate Program
The graduate program serves students who are pursuing their Masters or Doctoral Degree.
Summer Funding
Are you continuing your studies throughout the summer? Contact us to see if you are eligible for additional funding.
Contact Information
Phone: 518-358-9721
Email: education@srmt-nsn.gov
Address: 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way Akwesasne, NY 13655
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