Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians · EDUCATION
EBCI Higher Education Financial Assistance
Financial assistance for enrolled EBCI members in accredited post-secondary programs (associate, bachelor’s, graduate, or technical/vocational). Covers tuition and fees (after other financial aid), housing and meals, supplemental funds, computer purchase, books, graduation bonuses, and graduation ceremony costs. FAFSA required. Application deadlines: Fall — March 1; Spring — July 1; Summer — December 1.
Who's eligible
Tribal Citizens Only
Enrolled Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians member enrolled in or accepted to an accredited post-secondary institution. FAFSA completion required. Deadlines: Fall March 1, Spring July 1, Summer December 1.
Where it's offered
Nationwide
Nationwide — enrolled EBCI members attending accredited institutions anywhere in the United States.
Location:
PO Box 481, Cherokee, NC 28719
How to apply
Complete FAFSA, then apply through ebcihighered.com. Contact Brittany Beck at 828-359-6650 or Britbeck@ebci-nsn.gov. Deadlines: Fall March 1, Spring July 1, Summer December 1.
Online Form Phone Email
Contact
Phone: 828-359-6650
Email: Britbeck@ebci-nsn.gov
Last verified against the official source on 2026-05-16.