Post-Secondary

Summary

The Piapot Post-Secondary Student Support Program (PSSSP) aims to improve the socio-economic outcomes for Piapot band members by providing eligible students with funding to access education opportunities at the post-secondary level. This is consistent with the principle of First Nations control of First Nations education.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for funding under the program, the applicant:

  1. Must be a registered band member of Piapot First Nation.
    • Newly transferred band members must wait 2 years after transfer is approved to apply for funding. Once new members are eligible to apply, they must provide post-secondary funding history from previous band.
  2. Must have a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent (i.e., Adult 12 or GED) unless:
    • Entering a university entrance program or similar upgrading program at a fully recognized and authorized public post-secondary institution or a PSSSP-approved private institution.
  3. Must be enrolled at a fully recognized and authorized public post-secondary institution or a PSSSP-approved private institution:
    • For university students:
      • Must be enrolled in a program of studies that is at least 8 months in duration.
      • Must be enrolled in 4 courses or 12 credit hours/units to be considered for full-time funding. Note – Students are allowed to enroll in 3 courses or 9 credit hours/units per semester if:
        • They are in their first 8 months of studies, or
        • They have received permission from the PSSSP due to extenuating circumstances.
    • For technical or trades students and other certified programs:
      • Must be enrolled in a program of studies that is at least 3 months or longer which leads to a certificate, diploma, or trade.
  4. Must be in satisfactory academic standing within an eligible post-secondary institution, including meeting the minimum overall GPA requirement of 65% (if applicable).

How to Apply:

  1. Fill out application form. Application can be downloaded below.
  2. Submit your application form (MUST BE SIGNED) and supporting documentation by emailing it to: post-secondary@piapotnation.com
    Note – Due to COVID-19, faxed or mail-in applications will NOT be accepted at this time. Please use email only.

Funding Application Form

Download application here:

Piapot-Post-Secondary-Application-Form-2024-FillableDownload

Post-Secondary Program Policy

Download policy here:

Piapot-PSSSP-Policy-ManualDownload

Important Dates to Remember:

  1. Fall Semester = June 15th student application deadline.
  2. Winter Semester = October 31st student application deadline.
  3. Spring/Summer Semester = March 15th student application deadline (Available to 3rd and 4th year students)

Staff

Kristin
Post-Secondary
(306) 541-2494
post-secondary@piapotnation.com