American Indian Summer Bridge

The American Indian Summer Bridge provides a summer residential program for 1^st-semester American Indian/Indigenous freshmen students at The University of New Mexico-Main Campus to experience college campus life, engage in cultural & community events, provide introduction to college level courses, and establish a competitive GPA. Preparing participants for success at UNM, establishing valuable friendships & networks, and providing a smooth transition from high school to college life are additional components of American Indian Summer Bridge.

Please review the following information in its ENTIRETY before starting the 2025 American Indian Summer Bridge (AISB) Application.

• Earn college credit & establish a competitive GPA
• Experience college campus life
• Engage in cultural & community events

• New Student Orientation (NSO) fees are covered by AISB, excluding Family Connection fees.
• Housing costs are covered by AISB
• Meals at LaPosada (LaPo) Dining Hall are covered by AISB. AISB does not cover meals outside of LaPo.
• Tuition and fees are covered by AISB.

• 2025 High School Graduate
• Admitted to UNM-Main Campus as a 1^st-semester Freshman for Fall 2025
• Minimum High School GPA of 2.5
• Enrolled Member of a Federally Recognized Tribe
  • A copy of your Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) or Proof of Tribal Enrollment is required
• Completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for 2025-2026
• Registered for New Student Orientation (nso.unm.edu) before May 14, 2025

• Participants must commit to attend the two & a half week academic & residential program.
• Participants are required to live on campus in the selected Residence Hall for the duration of the program.
• Participants AND parent/legal guardian must attend the Opening on Day 1 (Session 1: Wednesday, June 4, and Session 2: Wednesday, July 9).
• Participants must secure transportation to UNM-Main Campus for the Opening (Wednesday, June 4 & Wednesday, July 9) and Closing (Friday, June 20 & Friday, July 25) of AISB.
• Register for a New Student Orientation (NSO) session by Wednesday, May 14.
  • Participants will have their NSO Date moved to the corresponding AISB Session.
• Participants must comply with all UNM campus policies regarding safety, conduct, academic honest, and behavior. Please refer to Student Code of Conduct – UNM Pathfinder; University Policies, etc. (pathfinder.unm.edu)
• Meet with American Indian Student Services (AISS) Advisement Staff for a minimum of FOUR (4) consecutive semesters (Fall/Spring) following the program.
• Engage in student support programming provided by AISS.