Kiowa Tribe · EDUCATION
Kiowa Graduate Recognition Program
Formally recognizes Kiowa members who complete high school, associate, bachelor, and graduate degrees. Applicants who complete the Declaration of Graduation are eligible for a graduation stole, supplemental assistance for graduation expenses such as a cap and gown, an incentive award for completing the degree or certification program, and an invitation to the Higher Education Graduation Banquet and Awards Ceremony. Recognition programs are held each spring.
Who's eligible
Tribal Citizens Only
Open to all Kiowa members regardless of residence. Recent graduates and students who provide verification of meeting the graduation requirements of their institution are eligible to apply regardless of whether they have participated in the program before. Fall and winter graduates apply the following spring. Under FERPA the Higher Education office may discuss an application only with the student.
Where it's offered
Nationwide
Available to Kiowa members anywhere. The department page states the program "is open to all Kiowa members regardless of residence."
Location:
208 Hardee Street West, Anadarko, OK 73005
How to apply
Apply through the Declaration of Graduation portal at kiowa.smapply.us, which needs a free SurveyMonkey Apply account. The department page says participants apply each spring beginning April 1; the portal itself showed a deadline of May 31, 2027 when checked. Submit the application with supporting documents verifying graduation. Questions: 405-648-0916 or highereducation@kiowatribe.org.
Online Portal
Contact
Phone: 405-648-0916
Last verified against the official source on 2026-09-04.