Distant Drums Scholarship for Part-Time Indigenous Students

This scholarship is awarded to members of federally or state-recognized Native American tribes, or their relatives, with preference for members or descendants of members of the Iroquois Nation who are enrolled in part-time study at Syracuse University’s College of Professional Studies (previously University College). Scholarship amounts vary annually, depending on the income generated by the endowment and the number of students who are eligible.

Who is Eligible?

  • Students who have completed 24 college credits (sophomore standing) and have a grade point average of 2.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale.
  • Members of federally or state-recognized Native American tribes, or their relatives, with preference for members or descendants of members of the Iroquois Nation who are enrolled as part-time students at the College of Professional Studies.

Application Information

A scholarship winner is eligible for selection until they graduate. Qualified students are selected and notified by the College of Professional Studies Scholarship Committee.