Recruitment and Retention Program

Program Overview

The Chickasaw Nation Recruitment and Retention program prepares, supports and empowers Chickasaw college students for success with on-campus resources at nine colleges in Oklahoma.

Who Can Apply

Chickasaw citizens
Chickasaw Nation residents or Chickasaws at-large
Students at universities with R&R programs

Application Dates

Open year-round

Documents You Will Need

Copy of current report card or progress report (High school seniors)
Copy of current transcript or class schedule (College or university students)

Program Details

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Recruitment and Retention Program

AssistanceAll Year

The Chickasaw Nation Recruitment and Retention Program prepares, supports and empowers Chickasaw college students for success with on-campus resources at East Central University, Mid-America Christian University, Murray State College, Oklahoma City Community College, Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City, Rose State College, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, University of Central Oklahoma and the University of Oklahoma.

Students in the program gain a social and cultural community, academic support and a connection to resources available through both their campus and the Chickasaw Nation. Student centers at each campus provide space for students to meet with staff and participate in monthly social, cultural, academic and career development events.

This program supports Chickasaw students from enrollment through college graduation.

Recruitment & Retention Application

3-5 mins to complete

Apela (to assist) Application

MentorshipPer semester

As part of the Chickasaw Nation Recruitment and Retention Program, the Apela program offers peer mentors for Chickasaw students. Apela participants assist fellow students with friendly support and guidance throughout the semester.

Mentors are compensated for their time. Mentors must be participants in the Recruitment and Retention Program.

Apela Application

3-5 mins to complete

Contact Us

Phone: (405) 767-8882

Apply in-person at:

East Central University

Ada, Oklahoma 74820
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Mid-America Christian University

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73159
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Murray State College

Tishomingo, Oklahoma 73460
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Oklahoma City Community College

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73159
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OSU - Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73107
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Rose State College

Midwest City, Oklahoma 73110
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Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Durant, Oklahoma 74701
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University of Central Oklahoma

Edmond, Oklahoma 73034
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University of Oklahoma

Norman, Oklahoma 73069

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Career and Technical Education Assistance Program

Chickasaw Nation Residents Chickasaws At‑Large

This program is available to part-time and full-time Chickasaw students attending a state or nationally accredited career technology center, trade school or private licensed training facility, whereby graduating students receive a professional certification or license upon completion of their program. In addition to certification programs, funding may be considered on a case-by-case basis for advanced or graduate certifications at colleges and universities, bridge programs, continuing education, license renewal coursework and other career advancement opportunities that may not lead to a traditional certification.

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