The Native Education Forum (NEF) is a program for high school students interested in Native American issues. The five-day summer program is designed for rising high school juniors, rising high school seniors, and incoming CSU freshmen. Through this on-campus residential program, students will gain university classroom experience, earn one academic credit, research issues critical to tribal communities, and learn about the university application process.

To learn more, contact Tyrone Smith at [email protected].

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June 1-5, 2026
Submit the Native Education Forum 2026 application by April 3 for priority consideration.