Announcements

The San Diego County Archaeological Society is pleased to begin offering a Native American Scholarship. The purpose of scholarship is to promote Native American involvement in San Diego County archaeology and related endeavors.

Eligibility
Preference will be given to applicants connected to a tribe in San Diego County or, alternatively, a Native American from elsewhere in California or the United States living in our county. Applicants must attend a college or university in San Diego County studying anthropology, archaeology, Native American studies or a closely related field. Local candidates studying elsewhere may be considered.

Award Timeline
The deadline is on a rolling basis with at least one scholarship awarded every year.

Application
Applicant should complete the application form provided by the San Diego County Archaeological Society. The application is available on the SDCAS website.

Selection Committee
A committee made up of representatives of the San Diego County Archaeological Society will determine the recipient. In addition, efforts will be made to have a local Native American on the committee.

Amount
$500

Thank you for your interest.
P.O. Box 81106, San Diego, CA 92138
Office Phone: 858-538-0935
Email: info@sdcas.org

SDCAS Land Acknowledgement
As a nonprofit organization devoted to the understanding, preservation, and appreciation of
cultural resources, the San Diego County Archaeological Society acknowledges that our county
occupies the unceded homelands of Indigenous peoples. We are committed to collaborating with
the Cahuilla, Cupeño, Juaneño, Kumeyaay, Luiseño, Quechan, Serrano and other tribal communities in this region.