Helen Roberti Native American Graduate Scholarship Fund Grant

The Helen Roberti Native American Graduate Scholarship Fund at the University of Montana supports Native American students pursuing graduate degrees in fields such as education, law, and health. This fund emphasizes academic excellence, encouraging applicants with a strong academic record or potential. By fostering educational opportunities, the scholarship aims to empower Native American leaders and enhance community engagement, contributing to the cultural and economic vitality of Montana.

University of Montana
The University of Montana (UM), located in Missoula, is a flagship public research university dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and public service. As a premier institution in the Rocky Mountain West, UM offers a broad range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs supported by world-class faculty, hands-on learning opportunities, and a strong commitment to research that addresses regional and global challenges. The university fosters an environment where curiosity, exploration, and creativity thrive, preparing students to become leaders in their fields and engaged citizens in their communities.
Its vision emphasizes student success, inclusive academic opportunity, and building a vibrant, sustainable campus community that contributes to the cultural, environmental, and economic vitality of Montana and beyond. The institution prioritizes excellence in teaching and research, respect for place and culture, and a commitment to stewardship, innovation, and public impact.
The Helen Roberti Native American Graduate Scholarship Fund provides scholarships for students who are engaged in fulltime study, who are enrolled in, or accepted into, a graduate professional degree program at UM in, but not limited to, education, law and health. The students must have a record of high academic achievement and/or potential and be Native American, either enrolled or a descendant.

Eligibility

Applicants must be enrolled in a graduate professional degree program at UM in, but not limited to, education, law and healthEnrolled member of a Native American Tribe