Dr. Joseph Medicine Crow Leadership Scholarship

Competitive candidates will be at the top of our applicant pool with respect to academic achievement. Emphasis is placed on strong leadership qualities and a commitment to service, scholarship, engagement with, or an interest in pursuing a career that serves the Native American, Alaska Native and/or Native Hawaiian communities. The scholarship is named for and honors the legacy of the first member of the Apsáalooke (Crow) tribe to earn a master’s degree, which was conferred by USC. This award ensures that future generations have the opportunity to make lasting contributions to academia and the global community. Open to all students, this scholarship supports students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities and a commitment to community engagement. Eligibility is open to all applicants who meet the criteria, without respect to racial or ethnic background.

Submit a Common Application by the Early Action or Early Decision deadline of November 1. For majors requiring a portfolio or audition, apply by the December 1 Regular Decision deadline. All applicants who apply by the appropriate deadlines will receive an email with the scholarship application. The Dr. Joseph Medicine Crow Native Leadership Application is due by January 15.

If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Cho, Senior Assistant of Undergraduate Admission, at rachelcho@usc.edu.

Describe your engagement with or interest in the Native community. You may also submit a résumé or bullet point list. This can include any participation in academic and/or extracurricular activities, such as any leadership roles, awards or honors that you believe may be relevant. Be assured that the selection committee will also be able to review the information you provided on your Common Application.

Request one letter of recommendation from someone who can speak to your leadership qualities and commitment to service. This is required.

Notice of Eligibility

The Native Leadership Scholarship is administered consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Recipients are chosen without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited characteristic.