FORMS & RESOURCES
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EDUCATIONAL
BENEFITS
PROGRAM
(K-12th Grades)
To start Educational Benefits Program application click the button below:
The Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians Education Division administers an Educational Benefits Program that assists Cow Creek Tribal members with additional educational endeavors or activities.
Examples include, but are not limited to:
The funding program limits are as follows:
The following documents must be submitted to receive reimbursement for parental costs:
If you have questions regarding Educational Benefits Program, please contact us at
YOUTH
EDUCATION (ages 3-18)
To start Youth Education Program Benefits Program application click the button below:
The Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians Education Division administers a Youth Education Program that provides funding to Cow Creek Tribal members that incur parental costs associated with their child’s education.
The funding program limits are as follows:
The following documents must be submitted to receive reimbursement for parental costs:
If you have questions regarding Youth Education Programs, please contact us at
EDUCATION
PROGRAMS
(Continued Education)
To start any Education Benefit Program application click the button below:
The Purpose of this program is to provide funding to Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians Tribal members pursuing one of the following (from an accredited College or University):
All educational institutions are subject to review and approval by the Education Programs Manager prior to providing funding for Tribal member participation.
**This program falls under the Indian General Welfare Act and is NOT a taxable benefit. You will NOT need to report this on your federal or state income taxes.
The award amount is based on financial need identified in the financial aid award letter from the college or University. A recipient who has utilized the Higher Education Program funding to obtain a Vocational degree or certificate, Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree is not eligible to reapply for funding for a second degree of the same level.
The Purpose of this program is to provide partial reimbursement of books to Cow Creek Band ofUmpqua Tribe of Indians Tribal members pursuing a Vocational Degree or Certificate, Associate, Bachelor, or Graduate Degree from an accredited college or University. Books must be required by instructional institution for currently enrolled courses. All educational institutions are subject to review and approval by the Education Programs Manager prior to providing funding for Tribal member participation.
The Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians Education Division administers a Lifetime Learning Program that provides funding to Cow Creek Tribal members that would like to take classes to enhance their lives. This benefit is for tribal members 18 years and older.
Examples include, but are not limited to:
as well as other life enhancing opportunities
The Purpose of this program is to provide funding to Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians Tribal members pursuing an Occupational Certificate. Certificates are non-degree awards for completing an educational program of study. All educational facilities are subject to review and approval by the Education Program Manager prior to providing funding for Tribal member participation.
The Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians Education Division administers a College Computer Program that provides up to $500 towards the purchase of a computer, laptop to Cow Creek Tribal members pursuing a Certification, Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Graduate Degree on a full-time basis from a regionally accredited Title IV institution.
All educational institutions are subject to review and approval by the Education Director prior to approval for the program. Eligible applicants must still have at least 3 terms or 2 semesters remaining prior to completing their degree.
This program falls under the Indian General Welfare Act and is NOT a taxable benefit. You will NOT need to report this on your federal or state income taxes.
The Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians Education Division administers a Short-Term
Training Program that provides funding to Cow Creek Tribal members that would like to take a short term training program that is a non-credit/ non-transferable program. This program also allows Tribal members to obtain training or licensure for their careers.
**A high school diploma or GED is not necessary.
The Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians Education Division administers an Adult Education Program that provides funding to Cow Creek Tribal members that would like to take any of the following:
assistance with GED testing fees
RESUME & COVER LETTER
If you have questions regarding Resumes & Cover Letters, please contact the Cow Creek Career Center Manager, info-education@cowcreek-nsn.gov
CAREER EXPLORATION & RESOURCES
If you have questions regarding Resumes & Cover Letters, please contact the Cow Creek Career Center Manager, info-education@cowcreek-nsn.gov
YIMÌSA’ PRESCHOOL PROMISE
If you have questions regarding Yimìsaʹ Preschool Promise, please contact the Education Director at info-education@cowcreek-nsn.gov
EXPANDING HORIZONS YOUTH CENTER
If you have questions regarding Expanding Horizons Youth Center, please contact the Tribal Community Center Manager at info-education@cowcreek-nsn.gov
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2371 NE Stephens Street Suite #100
Roseburg, OR 97470
Email: info-education@cowcreek-nsn.gov
Phone: 541.677.5575
Fax: 541.677.5574
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