Crazy Horse Memorial Tuition and Fees
Accepted applicants will receive a scholarship for full tuition and the cost of books for all credits enrolled. In addition, The Crazy Horse Memorial subsidizes the cost of lodging and meals over the summer. As a result, the students will pay an affordable rate of $800.00 for a food/lodging package. All students are charged the flat rate of $800.00.
Students will be provided access cards for entry to the Living and Learning Center. Meals are provided at the Laughing Water Restaurant. A refundable deposit of $50.00 is the other expense to students. The $50 is refunded at the end of the program upon successful room exit check.
TOTAL COST TO STUDENT: $800 Food/Lodging Package + $50 Deposit = $850
Students may earn $1,530 or more (gross pay) throughout the summer from their paid internship. Students receive pay checks every two weeks for their work. A minimum of 22.5 hours per week of internship work is required per week with work required on the weekends. Students may deduct the $800.00 owed for food/lodging package from their paychecks if they wish. Payment may also be managed at check in on June 8, 2013.
Accepted applicants will be placed in paid internships available at the monument complex in the following areas:
- Tour Guide
- Ticket Office
- Welcome Center
- Gift Shop
- Restaurant and Snack Shop
The Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation staff reserve the right to assign working internships. Students will be assigned an internship based on the needs of the Memorial and the students' interest and skill. This is a paid internship. Consistent work hours will be established for each student and the student will work under the direction of a supervisor. Students will be required to work on the weekend.
Computer Lab:
Students will have access to a computer lab for homework assignments.
Employment After the Program:
From August 10 to the start of a student's fall term at chosen college or university
Students in good standing wishing to continue employment at the Memorial after August 10th, may be provided the opportunity for students to earn extra funding for college. More details will be shared at Orientation.
Transferring to College of Student's Choice:
- Students are required to choose a college or technical school before the program ends - students can continue with USD or choose any college, university, or technical institute.
- Students must complete the application process at the respective college, university or technical institute.
- Students must complete the FAFSA.
- Students must register for classes for the Fall term.