Scholarship Employment & Training Services (SETS)
The Ramah Navajo School Board, Inc. (RNSB) Scholarship Program was established to provide scholarship and financial assistance to eligible Ramah Band of Navajos, members of federally recognized tribes, or individuals with at least ¼ Indian blood who are enrolled in accredited colleges and universities in Associate's or Bachelor's degree programs.
༺ Our Founding Philosophy ༻
"Throughout our history... we have always lacked formal education. That is why we have always depended upon others to help us survive. W e have lacked the means to become truly self-sufficient and strong. The community, elected us to start something for our children, something which will stop this unending cycle of despair. We want to end it now, for the sake of our children and generations to come. This is why we want to see this school begin and grow to help bring about the kind of education which will develop strong leaders of our people - Navajos who will become leaders in all fields of endeavor. That is why we work now to see this school become a reality."
- 1970 Bertha Lorenzo
Vision
The Ramah Navajo School Board, Inc. Scholarship Program Provides Opportunities to Live Healthy, Spiritually Aware and Productive Lives.
Mission Statement
The Ramah Navajo School Board, Inc. Scholarship Program will provide continuing education to eligible Ramah Navajo community members through financial assistance to achieve their educational goals.
Process
1. Register
Click on the "Register" link and complete and submit the registration form.
2. Login
Login to the award with your email and password.
3. Create
Create your online application.
4. Save
During the Call for Applications period, your application can be saved as DRAFT until all the required information is completed and attachments uploaded. As each section is complete, you will see a 
appear in the category tab when the application is saved. At any time, you can download and print your application by clicking on the 
icon in the Application Summary section.
5. Submit
On completion, save your Application as FINAL. Download and print a copy of your application for your records by clicking on the icon in the Application Summary section in the right column. Note: If an update is required prior to the Call for Applications period, you can make the update and resave as FINAL.
If you require assistance or additional information, please contact the Program Administrator.
Application Requirements
Fall 2026 Scholarship Application Due on June 30, 2026 at 5:00pm. All documents are to be uploaded and submitted.
APPLICATION: Applicants are to complete the application online for the upcoming Fall 2026 semester. Applications and supporting documents can be uploaded and submitted with the application. You will need to create an account.
- CERTIFICATE OF INDIAN BLOOD (CIB): All new applicants are required to submit an official CIB. Continuing applicants are not required to submit another CIB.
- PROOF OF RESIDENCY: All new applicants are required to provide proof of residency (911 Rural Address or Utility Bill).
- OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT: All new applicants are required to submit a sealed official High School, GED, or College transcript. Continuing applicants are required to submit an official college transcript with Spring 2026 grades through e-transcript or by mail from the college they are attending.
- FINANCIAL NEEDS ANALYSIS (FNA): Applicants are required to submit a completed and signed FNA by the institution’s Financial Aid Officer. All applicants must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online.
- LETTER OF VERIFICATION OF ENROLLMENT: Applicants must submit an updated Letter of Verification of Enrollment from the institution they are attending. The institution must be accredited by one of the six regional accreditation associations recognized by the RNSB SETS Office (see handbook for listing).
- EDUCATIONAL PLAN: Applicants must submit a degree plan and a completed, signed Educational Plan from the institution’s Student Advisor.
- CLASS SCHEDULE: Applicants must submit a class schedule with 12 or more credits per semester.
Applicants are encouraged to apply with either the RNSB Scholarship Program or the Navajo Nation Scholarship & Financial Assistance Program. You are required to apply with only one program per semester.
Key Dates
CONTACT US
Ramah Navajo School Board
PO Box 190
Pine Hill, NM 87357
Phone: (505)405-3369 or (505)318-1067
Fax: 505-775-3275
Email: dramone@rnsb.k12.nm.us
STAFF
Dorothy Ramone, MBA
SETS Program Director