IMPACT Program IMPACT Program

The IMPACT Program aims to connect with the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo (YDSP) community members pursuing continuing higher education while providing individuals with essential tools to succeed in a rewarding career.  

The IMPACT Program delivers opportunities for community members. It assists students in reaching their full potential as responsible tribal citizens and leaders by providing essential cultural values and life skills to ensure the success and sustainability of future generations through their efforts in postsecondary education.

High School Services

The IMPACT Program provides services to high school students such as:

• Tribal Council Scholarship
• College readiness sessions
• University campus tours
• Graduation readiness
• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) assistance
• Volunteer/community service opportunities
• Alternative High School Options & Career Online High School
• High school guidance & general advising

Tribal Council Scholarship

The YDSP Tribal Council Scholarship recognizes student leadership and achievements and encourages academic excellence. The scholarship is available to all YDSP graduating high school seniors who reside in the Tribe’s service area (El Paso/Hudspeth County/Doña Ana County). Scholarship recipients must enroll in an accredited institution within one year of graduation.

Higher Education Services

The IMPACT Program provides services to higher education students such as:

• Higher Education Scholarship
• College readiness sessions
• Graduation readiness
• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) assistance
• External scholarship guidance
• General Advising

Higher Education Scholarship

The YDSP Higher Education Scholarship assists YDSP higher education students with tuition costs but is not considered the total funding source for higher education tuition costs. The Higher Education Scholarship is a need-based award to be used towards an accredited 2-year and/or 4-year college/university degree. It is available to YDSP members in El Paso or Hudspeth County. YDSP members who reside in Doña Ana County are eligible for the Doña Ana Higher Education Scholarship.

All application requirements must be submitted using the forms linked below:

• Spring 2025 El Paso Hudspeth County Scholarship Application Submission Form
• Spring 2025 Dona Ana County Scholarship Application Submission Form
• El Paso Hudspeth County Orientation Form
• Dona Ana County Orientation Form

IMPACT Program Contact Information 

For more information or any questions or concerns, feel free to contact IMPACT Program staff at the following:

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