Tribal colleges and universities (TCUs) are accredited institutions of higher learning that offer an affordable cultural and community-based education. TCUs are founded by tribes and are mostly located on tribal lands in remote, rural communities. This makes a tribal education not only convenient for people of rural communities but the best, and sometimes only, choice for higher education. TCUs are open to all students, not just Native scholars, and provide an academic environment steeped in Native language, culture, and community practices. They offer a quality education and produce students who put their academic excellence to use for others.
What is a TCU?
This episode of Rooted in Knowledge offers an introduction to tribal colleges and universities (TCUs). If you are a student, learn more about these institutions and if a TCU could be right for you. If you are new to the College Fund’s work, check out this video to learn more about these unique and remarkable higher education institutions.
Programs at tribal colleges and universities
This episode of Rooted in Knowledge takes an in-depth look at what degree programs are offered across 35 TCUs and what sets them apart from other institutions of higher learning. See why the TCU students of today are the Native leaders of tomorrow.
