WHERE IS THE TRIBAL COLLEGE LOCATED?
Where is the College located? The tribal college moved into its new building at 2170 Raven Circle on December 2010 and are now offering classes on campus. We are located north of OSUIT and adjacent to the Green Country Technology Center.
DOES THE TRIBAL COLLEGE HAVE FINANCIAL AID?
Yes. All degree-seeking students enrolled at CMN are encouraged to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You can complete your FAFSA by going to the FAFSA website at
www.studentaid.ed.gov. The priority filing deadline is March 1, and CMN’s school code is
042249.
CMN Scholarship (for documented members of the Muscogee Creek Nation) and/or Tuition Waiver Applications (for American Indian students who are enrolled in Federally- recognized tribes) are available both online and in the CMN application packet. An application packet is given to prospective students when they meet with an advisor or representative of the College of the Muscogee Nation.
WHEN AND WHERE ARE CLASSES OFFERED?
Classes are scheduled both during the day and in the evening after 5:00 PM. Most classes meet once or twice a week for either 1 ½ to 3 hours. The majority of classes are offered in Okmulgee; however, depending on the demand from tribal communities, classes may be offered at other sites.
DOES THE TRIBAL COLLEGE HAVE RESIDENCE HALLS (DORMS) FOR STUDENTS?
Yes. Students must be enrolled full-time and meet HUD resident requirements. A list of the requirements can be obtained from the CMN Housing Resident Manager.
WHAT KIND OF EDUCATION WILL BE OFFERED, DEGREES AND CLASSES?
Associate degrees that require approximately 60-68 college hours and 2-3 years of study will be awarded. Associate degrees are offered in Gaming, Tribal Services, Criminal Justice, Natural Resources, and Native American Studies with an emphasis in the Mvskoke Language or Mvskoke Studies. In addition to general education subjects and degree related courses, classes are offered in the Mvskoke language, Native American History, Tribal Government, Indian Land Issues and learning opportunities not offered at other institutions.
WILL THE COLLEGE OF THE MUSCOGEE NATION COURSE CREDITS THAT I RECEIVE BE TRANSFERABLE TO OTHER COLLEGES?
Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education (OSRHE) Institutional Accreditation (3.1) policy allows for credits earned at CMN to transfer at face value into like programs at institutions in the State System and on a voluntary basis by private-independent institutions.
WHAT ARE IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS WHEN ENROLLING IN THE COLLEGE OF THE MUSCOGEE NATION?
- Relevance; CMN has specially designed degree programs, courses, curriculum and schedules to fit our students’ needs.
- Retention; we focus on keeping Creek students enrolled. In other institutions of higher education, the Native American students drop-out rate is significantly higher.
- Graduation rates; increased retention is correlated with higher graduation rates.
- Ownership; Native American students are welcomed to campus. At state and private institutions, in the vast number of students, the needs of Native American students may often be overlooked.
- Socialization; Native American students will be, for the first time, a majority and have opportunities to interact frequently with others of similar interests and backgrounds.
- Accessibility; Native American students who prefer not to attend institutions miles away from home may now choose to attend our CMN campus that is convenient and familiar.
- Cultural; Native American values will be the basis for the campus as well as for academics, activities, and student organizations. Students may participate in our Native American Student Association.
ARE THERE OTHER TRIBAL COLLEGES IN OKLAHOMA?
The Pawnee Nation is developing an institution of higher education. Nationwide, there are 38 tribal colleges.
WHAT DIFFERENCE WILL A COLLEGE MAKE TO US AND OUR CITIZENS?
Our regular curriculum has been established by tribal members that stress priorities for a tribal and global society. In addition, our curriculum reflects sensitivity to tribal values, culture, traditions, language and lifestyles.
We have set our own educational priorities to meet tribal, Creek chartered community, and individual tribal citizen preferences and needs. For example, the Mvskoke language is emphasized in our coursework, along with such courses as Tribal Government and Indian Land Issues. The possibilities are limitless and potential is great.
HOW MANY STUDENTS ARE ENROLLED IN THE TRIBAL COLLEGE?
For the spring trimester 2018, individual student enrollment was 197. A needs assessment survey revealed that a majority of Muscogee citizens were interested in attending the tribal college. Of 386 tribal citizens from the 8 districts, 86% of those were interested in attending college responded that they would attend a tribal college.
When asked if they had others in their family who were interested in attending a tribal college 25% of the survey sample responded yes. We believe the survey data verifies that enrollment will continue to increase at CMN.
