Thank You for Your Interest in the Caleb Scholars Program!
The application period for the Fall 2026–Spring 2027 academic year has now closed.
The next application cycle for the 2027–2028 academic year is expected to open in May 2027. Please check back then for updated application materials and important deadlines.
In the meantime, you’re welcome to browse our website to learn more about the Caleb Scholars Program. You can review our eligibility requirements, application resources, and program information to help you prepare for the next application cycle.
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We wish you all the best in your academic journey and future pursuits.
Apply in 4 Steps:
Step 1: Confirm that you meet eligibility requirements.
Step 2: Gather your supporting documents: unofficial transcripts, course registration, and one letter of recommendation written specifically for the Caleb Scholars Program.
Step 3: Complete the online application, including essay responses.
Step 4: Submit online application and email supporting documents to by July 15 at 11:59 PM in your local time zone.
Review our Program Policies before applying. For additional support in preparing a strong application, visit our Application Resources Page.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be of Alaskan Inuit heritage, tribally enrolled or a direct descendent of a tribe from the following regions: Norton Sound, Northwest Arctic, Arctic Slope.
- Applicants who are direct descendants and enrolled in a tribe outside of the Norton Sound, Northwest Arctic, or Arctic Slope regions may still be still eligible, provided they can clearly describe their lineage connection to our service area.
- Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university, either full-time ($5,000.00 award) or part-time ($2,500.00 award).
- Undergraduate applicants:
- 36 credit hours completed
- minimum cumulative and current GPA of at least 2.5
- Graduate applicants:
- minimum cumulative and current GPA of at least 3.0
