United Tribes Technical College approves tuition waivers
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — United Tribes Technical College in Bismarck has approved a permanent tuition waiver program.
The Bismarck Tribune reports that the waivers began in 2016 as a temporary fix after the school dropped out of a federal student loan program. Members of the institution's board of directors believe the move was a factor in boosting grade point averages and improving class completion.
Eligible recipients must be fulltime degree-seeking students who are members of a federally recognized Native American tribe. They must also meet certain academic standards.