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The Tribal Energy Alternatives Scholarship program is a $5,000 scholarship for federally recognized tribal members attending an accredited Tribal College or public/private college/university with experience and knowledge about their tribal community, environmental justice issues, and a passion for learning about the renewable energy industry. This scholarship is open to all majors but there must be a strong demonstrated connection between an applicant’s  educational pathways or goals and renewable energy.

As a part of the TEA  scholar program, you’ll have learning opportunities such as:

• Mentorship and Networking opportunities with the Tribal Energy Alternatives team
• Opportunity to learn more about Tribal renewable energy and energy sovereignty
• Networking and connections within the solar industry

Scholarship Timeline

• Applications will be launched in the Spring time of 2026 and scholarship selections will be made within a month of the scholarship deadline

Eligibility and Requirements

• Enrolled in a federally-recognized tribe
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be accepted or enrolled in an accredited Tribal College or public/private institution.
• Applicants must Demonstrate strong interest in renewable energy, sustainability or environmental justice/policy.
• Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher