Chancellor's Associates Scholarship - Enrolled Members of Federally Recognized Tribes

Who can apply

  • Entering first-year or transfer student admitted to UC San Diego and enrolled as a member of a federally recognized tribe.
  • Considered a California resident for tuition purposes.
  • Submit a FAFSA or California Dream Act Application.
  • Provide documentation of tribal enrollment, such as tribal certification, an enrollment card or an eligible tribal identification document.

About the scholarship

The award provides up to $10,000 per year: a four-year award of up to $40,000 for first-year recipients or a two-year award of up to $20,000 for transfer recipients. Scholarship consideration follows the UC admission application, due November 30 for the current fall 2027 cycle.

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