Montana University System American Indian Tuition Waiver

Eligibility:

To apply, complete the FAFSA, complete your college application, provide enrollment card or CIB (1/4 heritage or more) membership or descendency from federally recognized Montana tribe, and provide documentation of Montana residency.

Tribal Requirements:

Descendent, Enrolled, Specific Tribe(s)

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Award Type:

Waiver

Award:

Covers tuition costs

Application Opens:

July 1, 2026

Application Closes:

August 31, 2026

Application Timing Details:

aligned with academic year, depending on school you apply to; closing date listed here is approxiamate

Level of Study:

Associate, Bachelors

Tribal Documents:

Documentation can include: official CIB (Certificate of Indian Blood), Tribal enrollment card, and/or documentation of parent/grandparent’s degree of blood.

State(s):

Montana