Bureau of Indian Affairs Aid to Native Americans

The U.S. Department of the Interior administers the Higher Education Assistance Program and the Adult Vocational Training Program available to various tribes for post-secondary education and training. Application forms may be obtained from and submitted to the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Federal Building, Room 523, 100 South Clinton Street, Syracuse, NY 13260. An application is necessary for each year of study. Deadlines for the fall and spring semesters are July 1 and October 15 respectively. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and must file a FAFSA indicating Mount Saint Mary College as a recipient. Depending upon availability of funds, grants may also be made to graduate students and summer session students.