An applicant for enrollment in a degree program in an institution that is a not-for-profit college or university accredited by an accrediting body that is recognized by the US Department of Education, must demonstrate satisfactory completion of secondary (high school) education at the local / Tribal level. Due recognition will be given to the totality of an applicant’s circumstances including a demonstrated perseverance to obtain an education and the applicant’s uncompromising drive for excellence and integrity.