American Indian Summer Transfer Academy (AISTA)

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The American Indian Summer Transfer Academy, at the University of California, Irvine, offers students the opportunity to participate in a residential summer experience. AISTA is a free four-day workshop for community college students, high school graduates, and graduating seniors. The Academy will be held at UCI and provides information on community colleges, and the transfer process, with special attention to the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) program.

AISTA offers students an academic experience in a college setting. Students will be staying at the UCI dormitories. They will be receiving detailed information on the transfer process, university life, and research opportunities. In addition, they will be meeting and working with university faculty, staff, and students.

All students in the program will receive follow-up mentorship by UCI staff and students throughout their remaining years of community college, which will include guidance in choosing their coursework, financial aid, and applying to a university.

No cost to you! The Summer Transfer Academy will cover most expenses during the week. These include: housing, daily meals, supplies, and informational packets. (Note: Participants are responsible for transportation to and from UCI.)

ELIGIBILITY:

Participants must satisfy the following criteria:

• have the desire to contribute to the American Indian community at large,
• plan to enroll in an institution of higher education
• be a currently enrolled California community college student or a high school student graduating in Spring 2009
• have an overall GPA of 2.0 or above.

To Apply:

• Complete the 2009 American Indian Summer Transfer Academy Application
• Submit your current academic transcripts or a copy of your most recent report card
• Write a one page essay telling us your reasons for wanting to participate in the program

The completed application and supporting documents are due ASAP!

Applications submitted without transcripts or the essay will be considered incomplete.

All applicants will receive notification by July 5th 2009 at 5:00 p.m.
Please contact Yolanda Leon at yleon@uci.edu or (949) 824-0291 with questions or for more information. Send completed applications to:

American Indian Summer Transfer Academy
c/o Yolanda Leon
University of California, Irvine
Center for Educational Partnerships
5171 California Ave., Suite 150
Irvine, CA 92697-2505

The American Indian Summer Program is also looking for qualified undergraduate or graduate students who can serve as Resident Assistants during the summer program. If you have experience working with youth, we encourage you to apply!

2009 Resident Assistant Application