Miami Tribe of Oklahoma · EDUCATION
Myaamia Scholarships
Seven scholarships awarded by the Myaamia Scholarship Selection Committee through a blind application: Casino/Economic Development Education Award ($2,000/yr, full-time undergraduates), Josephine Goodboo Watson Memorial Book Scholarship ($500/yr), Tax Commission Continuing Education Scholarship, Crane Award ($2,000/yr, graduate and post-graduate), Non-Traditional Scholarship ($2,000/yr, out of school 5+ years), Fresh Start Scholarship ($400 one-time, incoming freshmen with a 2.0-2.4 GPA), and Vocational or Trade School Scholarship ($2,000/yr).
Who's eligible
Tribal Citizens Only
The Scholarships page states: "All scholarships offered by The Miami Tribe of Oklahoma are for enrolled members/citizens of the tribe only." Most awards require full-time enrollment and a 2.5 cumulative GPA; the vocational/trade award requires full-time enrollment at a state-accredited vocational or trade school and a 2.0 GPA. The application requires a copy of the tribal enrollment card. "All awards are subject to change per the Business Committee."
Where it's offered
Regional
Administered by the Myaamia Education Office in Miami, Oklahoma. The page states no residence requirement; call to confirm.
Location:
P.O. Box 1326, Miami, OK 74355
How to apply
Most awards use the Spring Scholarship Application, which must be received by the Myaamia Education Office by April 1. The Vocational or Trade School Scholarship uses the Fall Scholarship Application, due October 1. Mail the complete application and required documents to Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Myaamia Education Office, P.O. Box 1326, Miami, OK 74355. Incomplete applications are not considered.
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Contact
Phone: 918-541-1300
Last verified against the official source on 2026-09-28.