Find where you belong
Just as important as finding a graduate program that aligns with your academic and professional goals, is finding a welcoming environment that honors your unique Indigenous experience and enables you to thrive in your studies. Through the American Indian Graduate Program (AIGP), you’ll find a diverse community of faculty, fellow graduate students, and professionals conducting research rooted in the unique conditions of Indigenous-based histories, cultures, and conditions, and who are dedicated to your success.
AIGP provides direct assistance to incoming and prospective students, with financial aid information, advice and resources to guide you toward the best decision to advance your academic career.
Explore the American Indian Graduate Experience
Connect with a community that centers Indigenous knowledge, supports your academic journey, and uplifts your voice through mentorship, research, and cultural engagement. Discover how you can thrive in a space built for belonging and impact.
Financial Support for Native American Students
For newly accepted and current Native American UC students who are California residents, there may be financial support that you might be eligible for.
UC’s Native American Opportunity Plan provides that in-state system-wide tuition and student services fees are fully covered for California students who are also enrolled in federally recognized Native American, American Indian, and Alaska Native tribes.
If you think you qualify or have questions, prospective and current students are encouraged to contact the AIGP Coordinator at [email protected] and [email protected].
Additional details and frequently asked questions provided by UC Berkeley’s Financial Aid and Scholarships Office(opens in a new tab) and UCOP(opens in a new tab)
Getting started
If you are considering applying to Berkeley for graduate school, please visit the Admissions page. There you’ll find information including:
Tips & strategies for preparing your graduate school application
UC Berkeley Graduate programs & deadlines
Applications are available online and application deadlines vary by program.
Save the date for Berkeley’s virtual Graduate Diversity Admissions Fair, developed specifically for underrepresented minority students considering graduate school.
Connect with AIGP
Where to find us
AIGP Office
Inclusive Excellence Hub
2515 Channing Way
Berkeley, CA 94720-5900
Get in touch
Skye Fierro, AIGP Coordinator
Email: [email protected] and [email protected]
Meet with an AIGP Diversity Fellow
If you are considering graduate study with UC Berkeley, make a one-on-one appointment with one of our AIGP Diversity and Community Fellows, Hannah Arthur, Deibi Sibrian, or Anna Macknick.