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 2026 American Indian Summer Bridge (AISB) Application.

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

• Housing, course tuition & fees, meals at LaPosada (LaPo) Dining Hall are covered by AISB.
• AISB does not cover meals outside of LaPo.
• New Student Orientation (NSO) fees are covered by AISB (only for First-Year - In Person) upon successful completion of the program.

• 2027 High School Graduate
• Admitted to UNM-Albuquerque as a 1^st-semester Freshman for Fall 2027
• 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 2027-2028
• Registered for New Student Orientation (NSO) before May 21, 2027

Participants must:

• Attend the full 2-week academic & residential program.
• Attend the Opening Day with their parent/guardian & secure their own transportation to UNM-Cental Campus for both the Opening & Closing of the program.
• Register for New Student Orientation (NSO) by May 21, 2027.
• Comply with all UNM campus policies regarding safety, conduct, academic honesty, & behavior.
  • Please refer to the Student Code of Conduct - UNM Pathfinder; University Policies, etc.
• 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.