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The overall mission of the White Mountain Apache Higher Education Program is to provide financial assistance to eligible tribal students to pursue and obtain their Associate of Arts/Science, Bachelor of Arts/Science, Masters or Professional Degrees through a Junior College, University or Specialized School. The Higher Education Program fulfills its commitment to the White Mountain Apache Tribe by producing knowledgeable tribal members to maintain, protect and serve the people and resources of the tribe.

UNDERGRADUATES: Should carry a full-time load with no less than 12 hours per semester. Freshman students must pass 12 credit hours each semester, earning a minimum G.P.A. of 1.7. Sophomore students also must carry 12 credit hours each semester with a minimum G.P.A. of 2.0. The grade-point average is based on a 4.0 system.

POST GRADUATE STUDENTS:  Must pass each semester with 9 credit hours and earn at least a 3.0 G.P.A.


  • Higher Education Grant Application
  • Free Application for Federal Student Aid FAFSA - also called "Pell Grant Application"
  • Letter of Admission from the College or University &/or Pre-Registration
  • High School Transcripts or GED Certificate
  • Financial Needs Analysis (FNA) from College or University
  • Certificate of Indian Blood or Affidavit of Enrollment
  • Student Aid Report (SAR) information sent after FAFSA is submitted
  • Students entering into the program must take the ASSET Test and submit test scores to the Office of Higher Education.  Official Transcripts are required after each semester.
DEADLINES:

FALL: MARCH 15TH
SPRING: SEPTEMBER 15TH



Processing of ApplicationsProcessing of Awards
Outreach to High School SeniorsCollege/Voc. Tech Fair
College Resource LibraryFinancial Aid Information
College Work StudyStudent Visitations (at various campuses
Individual GuidanceFreshman Awareness Program
Consultation with Local Schools Merit Program
Liaison with College CounselorsCollaboration with College Indian Centers
Liaison with College Financial Aid OfficesFederal Educational Grants Resources


 

Loretta Goklish

 Financial Aid Specialist

Erma Walters 

 Recruitment Specialist/Voc. Advisor

Evelyn Lupe

 Retention Counselor

Bethany Skidmore

 Office Manager


FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT OUR OFFICE IN WHITERIVER
ON SKILL CENTER ROAD
- WEST SIDE OF THE EDUCATION BUILDING -




White Mountain Apache Tribe
Office of Higher Education
PO Box 250
Whiteriver, Arizona 85941
Telephone(928) 338-5800

Toll Free

1-877-7APACHE 

FAX (928) 338-1869