American Indian Specific Supports
What support services and resources do American Indian Students have at your college?
What are the student associations, tracks, and student success programs that American Indian students use or apply to in my program? (What organizations and program areas will help you reach your goals)
How does your college ensure the success of American Indian students?
Student Support
Is there a specialist or advisor that can help me develop an educational plan to complete a program in a timely manner, pursue scholarships, and set goals? (Identify leaders in the college who can help you succeed and create a supportive network)
Who else can I contact in the college to receive specific information on college resources? (Make a list of contacts)
How does your college prepare students for graduate programs and tests?
Does your institution have academic flexibility? How will your institution support my academic goals?*
Diversity Questions
How will I find people like me and/or faculty and administrators who will understand my experience?*
What does diversity look like to this college/university (e.g., race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and religion)?*
What does diversity look like in the surrounding off-campus community?*
Financial Aid
Are there scholarships and work-study opportunities for American Indian students? (develop a strong network of financial support)
Who can walk me and my family through the financial aid process and types of assistance (e.g., scholarships, grants, loans)?*
Can someone explain what the actual cost of attendance may look like once financial aid is taken into consideration?*
What financial aid is available if I am a transfer student?*
Housing
Does your campus offer living and learning communities for people who have similar identities or interests similar to mine (e.g., LGBTQ, honors, community service)?*
What is the room set-up of your campus housing (e.g. single, double, triple, quad, single bathroom, or community bathroom)?*
Are students required to have on-campus housing?*
Additional Questions
Can we schedule more meetings to help with college as I go further?
How can I connect with students to learn more about organizations (e.g., individualized tour, sit in on a class, fly-in program, overnight experience,
shadow a student for a day)?*
If I am unable to pay the application fee, does your institution accept fee waivers?*
*Questions from NACAC Fairs document