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Palomar College American Indian Studies

Fall 2017 Scholarship Application for

THOMAS J. BALLEW AND DOLORES C. BALLEW

SCHOLARSHIP FOR AMERICAN INDIANS

$500 PER SEMESTER

Requirements for eligibility:

• Enrolled a minimum of ¾ time (9 units) in the Fall at Palomar College.
• Evidence of successfully passing two courses in American Indian Studies while at Palomar College. Courses must be taken just before or during the scholarship year.
• Educational Plan includes AA or AIS Certificate or Transfer.
• Cumulative GPA minimum of 2.0 from Palomar or other institutions.
• Attach most recent unofficial transcripts from Palomar College or other institutions.
• Enrolled member of one of the nine reservations served by the Palomar District or a first-generation descendant of one of the nine reservations. May be enrolled in another tribe, and resides on one of the nine reservations. A letter from tribal government, BIA or other certified documents as a supplement required.
• One-page essay outlining your interest in your area of study, your career intentions, and any awards.
• Attach two letters of recommendation: one for academic potential, one as a character reference/recommendation.
• Attach a biography.
• Attach a statement of need, which must include why the scholarship is important to you.

Ballew Scholarship Application, Fall 2017

This application and all required attached documents must be submitted to the American Indian Studies Office (MD-145 or MD-144), or faxed (760—761-3564) no later than September 30, 2017.