Our service has been a university priority for decades, dating back to the establishment of the Center for Indian Education in 1959, one of the first tribal-specific education programs in the nation.
Arizona is home to 22 federally recognized tribes and we honor their enduring connection to these lands, their perspectives, histories, and cultures.
ASU designs its support for student success based on four major areas identified as critical to their journey in higher education.
It’s no secret that college is a major investment. The good news is, students have access to many forms of financial aid to help pay for an investment that yeilds dividends. Learn about the various types of financial aid, how to get them and help in navigating the process.
Financial aid
Having an environment that recognizes, respects and supports a student’s identity is vital to their academic and personal well-being. ASU recognizes this and values the rich diversity of faculty, staff and students whose presence enriches the university community. Explore the spaces, programs, and student organizations honoring and embracing your heritage.
Campus connections
Navigating your professional journey can be competitive and confusing, but exploring professional opportunities at the university or at an organization of a students choosing can help prepare them before graduation. ASU has many opportunities to help you fulfill your aspirations.
Professional Opportunities
Programming not only prepares a student for their college experience, but empowers them with the confidence to seek help in their educational journey through services like tutoring, study groups, and academic advising. Identify the resources that can help in overcoming academic obstacles.
Academic support
Total American Indian/Alaska Native student enrollment* for Fall 2023.
*reflects students who identify in multiple racial/ethnic categories.
American Indian/Alaska Native students* who received a degree in AY 2022-23
*reflects students who identify in multiple racial/ethnic categories
American Indian/Alaska Native undergraduates* who are first generation** college students. Across ASU, 33% of all undergraduates are first generation students.
*reflects students who identify in multiple racial/ethnic categories
**first generation-percentage is based on FAFSA applicants only
INSPIRE is a no-cost, weeklong college readiness program for residential American Indian high school students, who develop academic and personal success behaviors through culturally relevant, project-based learning, and connecting with peers and mentors.
Indigenous Leadership Academy is a signature program within the American Indian Policy Institute that works with emerging Indigenous leaders to expand their knowledge, skills, and networks to address issues faced by Indigenous municipalities, organizations and associations, unlike any program in the Nation.
American Indian Student Support Services provides services to all Indigenous students to ensure they will successfully progress toward educational excellence and graduate to become self-reliant individuals who effectively give back to their families and communities.
The ASU Native American Alumni chapter serves Native American Sun Devils throughout the nation. Serving as role models in their respective communities, our alumni actively engage in volunteering and opportunities to network and support one another.
