Catching the Dream has three scholarship programs:

The MESBEC program is the oldest of CTD's programs. The six priority fields of study are math, engineering, science, business, education, and computers. Science includes all the medical fields. These fields are the ones in which tribes need graduates the most, and the fields in which there are the fewest Indian graduates.

The Native American Leadership Education program (NALE) is for Native students who are paraprofessionals in Indian schools, and who plan to complete their degree in education, counseling, or school administration. Since only 7% of teachers in reservation schools are Indians, the need for more Indian teachers is huge.

The Tribal Business Management program (TBM) is for students in business, finance, management, economics, banking, hotel management, and related fields who plan to work in economic development for tribes.

Click here for more information.  Due April 15th.

The Della Keats Health Sciences Summer Program is a program offered through the University of Alaska WWAMI School of Medical Education. The goal of the Della Keats Program is to foster, affirm, and encourage high school students’ interest in the medical professions by allowing them to explore health-care careers and to obtain a valuable introduction to college life.


Current high school juniors and seniors who meet one or more of the following criteria are eligible to apply for the program:

• Come from an ethnic minority background
• Live in rural Alaska (off the road system)
• Be a first-generation American
• Be the first in his/her family to go to college
• Speak English as a second language, and/or
• Be economically disadvantaged

There is no costs to attend this 6 week summer program.  Dates are June 15-July 25, 2014.  Click here for more information.  Due March 7th.

Are you thinking about attending UAA after high school? Do you need help getting started? Then come to one of UAA's Preview Days on November 15, 2013!  Click here for more information and to register.

UAF is hosting Inside Out, their free, campus preview day on October 11th from 8:00am - 3:30pm. Spend the day getting to know the opportunities and inspiration that await students by attending a sample class, touring campus, checking out the dorm and dining options, and meeting with current students, faculty, and staff. For the first time, we're offering on-the-spot admissions (and waiving the application fee) for seniors in attendance. To register for the event and learn more, visit: http://www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit/inside-out/

Mary Kreta
Director of Recruitment
Office of Admissions and the Registrar
University of Alaska Fairbanks
102 Signers’ Hall
PO Box 757480
Fairbanks AK 99775
907-474-6231
www.uaf.edu/admissions

The BP Process Technology scholarship program is now open to senior interested in process technology.  Attached please find information on process technology as well as the application.  It must be received by October 31st!

For seniors with a "B" average or higher and have achieved athletically, academically, and in community service can apply.  Click here for application information.  Due October 2nd.

Any student in grades 5-12 that has participated in community service activities may apply.  One student can be selected to represent each school at state-level competition.  For application information, click here.  Due November 5th!

Must be planning to enter college in the fall following graduation, demonstrate financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income), be involved in activities, display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, and have a GPA above 2.0.  Further information and application details can be found by clicking here.  Due October 25th!

The United States Senate Youth Program, established in 1962 by U.S. Senate Resolution, is a unique educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service. The annual program will be held in Washington, D.C., from March 8 – 15, 2014. Two student leaders from each state, the District of Columbia and the Department of Defense Education Activity will spend a week in Washington experiencing their national government in action.  The program is open to juniors and seniors.  Each school is to select 1 nominee.  If interested, submit the attached application to Mr. Lorence by October 4th.  One nominee per school will be selected for state-level competition.  Due October 4th!  Click here for more information.