Native Education Forum

The Native Education Forum is a six day summer program for rising high school juniors and seniors. Students will gain university classroom experience, earn one academic credit, research issues critical to Native American/Indigenous communities, and get valuable assistance from professionals in the university application process. While on campus, students will have the chance to interact with university faculty, staff and current students as they discuss and evaluate important issues that affect indigenous communities. Students finishing their sophomore or junior years in high school (class of 2020 or 2021) with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher and interest in Native American and Indigenous issues. Strong applicants demonstrate involvement and leadership roles within school, family, or community activities. The deadline for submitting the NEF application, official high school transcript, and letter for recommendation is Tuesday, April 30, 2019. There is no cost to attend this program. Non-resident students are responsible for their transportation costs. Students will be housed in the Colorado State University Residence Halls.