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Indigenous Youth Opportunities
Free residential summer STEM program for underrepresented 10th-12th graders at ASU.
Do you know a student interested in a career requiring mathematics? Special consideration given to first generation college-bound students or those from rural/tribal communities. Visit website for eligibility details and application requirements for the Math Science Honors Program in Tempe, AZ.
College Horizons 2026 applications open November 3!
Current 10th and 11th grade students encouraged to apply! Participants in this pre-college program learn about college admissions, essays, ACT/SAT test strategies, financial aid, and more! Students must have a 3.0GPA and be in 10th or 11th grade. Students are responsible for airfare to host sites. Ground transportation, meals, and lodging are provided!
2026 Host Sites includes UC Berkeley (California) and Dartmouth College (New Hampshire)! Applications open November 3 and are due January 28, 2026. View Flyer or visit website for program information and application.
College & Vocational Fair - Mesa, AZ
November 13, 2025 from 9am - 11am.
At NAFFA, 525 W. Southern Ave., Mesa, AZ.
Student event brought to you by Native American Fatherhood & Families Association. All high school juniors and seniors are invited to attend a FREE college and vocational fair. Refreshments will be provided. Questions, contact Jill at jillm@aznaffa.org or view flyer.
MedSTART applications open for juniors!
Do you know a high school junior interested in health careers? Encourage them to apply for Med Start! Participants receive college credits and hands on learning. Must have 3.0 GPA and complete online application by February 1, 2026.
Program dates: June 1- July 10, 2026
Apply online today!
Summer Program Info Session: Math & Science for Minority Students (9th graders)
This 5 week, three summer residential summer program is free of charge for selected students! Summer program runs from June 30, 2026 to August 2, 2026 at Phillips Academy (Andover, Massachusetts). Students enter the summer of 9th grade and return for 3 consecutive summers. Applications are now open! Want to learn more? Register for an upcoming information session on November 15 or December 6, all at 1PM. Applications are due January 15, 2026. Visit website, or follow on Instagram to learn more.
Scholarship Highlights
FAFSA for Class of 2026 now open!
FAFSA help and other college preparation resources for AZ students:
- College Ready AZ - Simplified college planning
- What is FAFSA - Resources and links to instructions and help
- Ask Benji - Free 24/7 FAFSA support
- Guide To Your Future - Explore career options, including trades, miliary, community college
- College Depot - FAFSA help, scholarship lists, and student workshops available
- AZ Promise Program - Guaranteed scholarship program for eligible low-income AZ students
Class of 2026 Scholarships - Don't wait!
Here are some notable scholarships that have early deadlines. Some scholarships have virtual information sessions for students and parents.
- Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship - Due November 12, 2025
- Dorrance Scholarship - Due February 5, 2026
- Cobell Undergraduate Scholarship - Opens December 15, 2025
Indigenous Community Opportunities
October Health Fair & Indian Market!Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 am - 2 pm at Phoenix Indian Medical Center.Featuring drug takeback event, trunk or treat, health fair resources, and more! |
Young Elders Community Gathering and Potluck!Wednesday, November 14, 2025, from 11 am - 2 pm at Phoenix Indian Center.Build kinship with other elder relatives! Questions or to register, contact Abby at abuffalo@phxindcenter.org |
Forestry Green Campus Grants due November 13To encourage and promote the development and conservation of green spaces in K-12 schools, healthcare facilities, and faith-based institutions |