Native American & Enrollment

<p>So, I'm Native American, black, & white, but I'm of a higher percentage N.A. (I don't know what percent exactly) than the other two. I've identified (equally) as all three for my entire life, but I'm not enrolled in a tribe or anything, and some of my colleges ask for tribe enrollment number. How important is it to be enrolled? I'm not leaving Native American off my application, as it is a part of who I am (& from the pinned thread, I know that it's all about self identification), but I'm just wondering if it will look strange or something to not be enrolled.</p>

<p>I don’t know much about being enrolled in a tribe or tribal life, but I’m sure colleges ask for it because they want proof. Yes, they can probably verify that you are actually Native American, but it’s easier to provide a tribal card.</p>

<p>Have you considered becoming enrolled?</p>

<p>^ I was wondering that as well. I would think that even though you identify as being native american, black, and white, that you would be enrolled in a tribe given you’re predominantly native and because being a member of a tribe opens up a lot of opportunities and exposes you to a community of similar people that can support you. Just a thought.</p>