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.

Summer 2026 Program Dates

• Saturday, June 20, 2026 to, Friday, July 10, 2026

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.

• 2026 High School Graduate
• Admitted to UNM-Main Campus as a 1^st-semester Freshman for Fall 2026
• 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 2026-2027
• Registered for New Student Orientation (NSO) before May 15, 2026

Participants must:

• Attend the full 3-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 15, 2026.
• 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.