Ponca Education Trust Fund

Supporting Educational Opportunities

Ponca Education Trust Fund

Students attending the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, University of Nebraska-Kearney or the University of Nebraska-Omaha may be eligible to receive additional educational funding through the Ponca Education Trust.

Important Documents

Ponca Education Trust Fund Criteria

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Privacy Act Disclosure Authorization Form

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Reasons to Apply

  • Funding through the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is considered solely for tuition, book, and fee costs while the Trust Board considers the student’s overall Cost of Attendance.
  • The Trust funds are “free” money and considered the same as a scholarship or grant.
  • If eligible for assistance, the Trust funds could reduce your loan burden.

How to Apply

  1. 01
    All applicants must first apply for assistance through the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska’s Higher Education Program.
  2. 02
    Before the Tribe’s Department of Education can share information with the Trust, the student must first sign a Privacy Act Disclosure Statement.
  3. 03
    If applying for the first time, a student’s high school transcript is required. If an ongoing college student, a copy of your most recent college transcript is needed.
  4. 04
    You must submit an essay describing what personal and professional experience you hope to gain by attending the University.
  5. 05
    Because funding is supplemental, you must apply for any other grants or scholarships that are available to you through the University.
  6. 05
    Completed applications are due within one month after the beginning of the semester.

Eligibility

  • You must maintain a 2.5 grade point average or higher.
  • A full-time student will be funded for a maximum of four years or eight semesters.
  • The scholarship is limited to undergraduate students.
  • You must provide documentation that you are enrolled in 12 or more hours per semester.
  • Students must be in good standing with both the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska and the University.
  • Funding through both the Tribe and the Trust is need based.
  • Therefore, all students are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine their PELL eligibility. Visit www.educationquest.org/resources/fafsa-tools/
  • Once funded through the Trust, a transcript will be required at the end of each semester to determine your eligibility for continued funding.
  • Undergraduate Students attending the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, University of Nebraska-Kearney or the University of Nebraska-Omaha may be eligible to receive additional educational funding through the Ponca Education Trust. Available nationwide for enrolled Ponca members taking online classes or students may attend on campus/in-person however, you must be enrolled in 12 or more credits per semester to be eligible.
Note: The Trust Committee determines awards annually with funds distributed based on semesters.

REACH Us

Contact Information

Board of Trustees (Governing Body)

ALEX TAYLOR

Alex Taylor

KYLE TAYLOR

Kyle Taylor

Susie-Baker

Susie Baker

FALON MCALPIN

Falon McAlpin

Samantha-Gallagher

Samantha Gallagher

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UNL Representative