Since 1989, the Aqqaluk Trust has proudly awarded over $16.4 million in scholarships. The scholarships provide financial support to NANA shareholders, their descendants, and dependents (stepchildren) for post-secondary education. Our goal is to increase the number of graduates and promote leadership, professionalism, and overall economic self-sufficiency of the Iñupiat of Northwest Alaska.

Aqqaluk Trust offers three scholarships: The Robert Aqqaluk Newlin, Sr. Memorial Scholarship, Teck Alaska Scholarship, and Dr. Lathrop Scholarship. While each scholarship has its own unique eligibility requirements, a student may apply for all three with a single online application.

Robert Aqqaluk Newlin, Sr. Memorial Trust Scholarship

The Aqqaluk Trust Scholarship, established in honor of the late Robert Aqqaluk Newlin, Sr., is available for any field of study and provides funding for college and vocational training. This scholarship is supported by NANA through annual 7(i) contributions and our Education Endowment which was established with generous donations from NANA.

Teck Alaska Scholarship

The Teck Alaska Scholarship, funded by an annual $100,000 contribution from the Red Dog Mine operator and NANA, supports students pursuing college or vocational studies in mining-related careers. Teck scholarships are awarded to full-time degree students in August for the entire academic year. Scholarships for part-time students are available for the summer term.

Dr. Lathrop Scholarship

The Dr. Lathrop Scholarship supports students pursuing careers in dental hygiene, anthropology, and museum curation. Established in 2009 with a $40,000 gift, the fund honors the legacy of the late Dr. Robert Lathrop who served the Kotzebue community as a dental surgeon from 1954 to 1964.