1. The applicant must have a sincere interest in studying the law and using a legal education to benefit Native American people.  (It is not necessary that the applicant be enrolled in law school, but if attending undergraduate school he or she must intend ultimately to attend law school). 

2. The applicant must be an enrolled member of a federally recognized Michigan or Wisconsin tribe.

3. The applicant must have the academic potential to succeed in school, as evidenced by past academic success or admission to an accredited law school.

4. Applicants with the greatest financial need will be given preference.

5. The applicant must be willing to provide an annual report to the Foundation on the progress of his or her studies for each academic year in which a grant is received.