About the Scholarship Application

Toiyabe Indian Health Project, Inc. believes in fostering the education and skills of their Native American people who are preparing for certification or licensure in allied health care fields, as defined by Indian Health Service. Therefore, Toiyabe grants financial
assistance for education program opportunities to qualified candidates. Application deadline date is December 31, 2023. 

Requirements

1. The candidate must be a graduating senior, a continuing vocational or college student or a community member wishing to attend a vocational school or college for a health- related activity. The candidate must be in need of financial assistance,
   be serious of purpose and serious of scholastic achievement.                                                                                                                                     
2.  Toiyabe Indian Health Project, Inc. will provide financial assistance for tuition, tools/uniforms and books not to exceed $10,000 per academic semester depending on budgetary constraints. Awards are payable over two semesters – a maximum of $20,000 per academic year. Approval of second semester award is dependent upon
   continued eligibility, submission of complete application and all required documents.                                                                                                                          
3. The candidate must be a Native American of a local tribe or a Native American who permanently resides within the Toiyabe service area (Inyo or Mono County). The candidate must provide documented proof of tribal membership and/or
   certificate of Indian blood.                                                                                                                                                                                                   
4. The candidate must meet the requirements of the education program and be able to attend the class schedule as required. The financial assistance award must be paid back to the Toiyabe Indian Health Project, Inc. if the candidate fails to complete their course of study during the term of this award.                                                                                                                                                
5. A copy of the candidate’s high school or college transcripts for the scholarship period must be submitted to Toiyabe Indian Health Project, Inc. directly from the school’s office where the applicant is presently attending or has attended. Send all correspondence to: Toiyabe Indian Health Project, Inc Human Resource 250 N. See Vee Lane Bishop, CA 93514                                   
6. If the candidate fails to complete their education program the candidate will not be considered for future assistance.                  
7.  Should the candidate change their course of study mid-semester, they must notify the committee immediately and provide documentation of their new course of study (i.e. new class schedule, declared major). If the candidate fails to notify the committee and submit correct information on two consecutive occasions, the candidate shall be disqualified to receive the assistance in the future.                                                                                                                                                                                                         
8. The candidate must carry a minimum of 12 units per semester and must maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 at all times.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Selection Committee

The Selection Committee will consist of the Toiyabe Board Personnel Committee. All qualified applications will be forwarded to the Selection Committee for consideration.
The Selection Committee’s decision is final and may not be appealed

Application Process

The notice and financial assistance application form will be posted at all Toiyabe Clinic sites and Tribal offices not less than one month prior to application deadlines. The notice will state:

• Documentation to be submitted
• Where to submit application
• Deadline for submittal
• Date award will be made

All qualified applications will be forwarded to the Selection Committee for consideration. The Selection Committee’s decision is final and may not be appealed.