This handbook aims to acquaint American Indian college transfer students with the transfer process and to help both high school and community college students succeed in getting a degree from the 4-year institution of their choice. Chapters 1-2 introduce the handbook; examine the important role of tribal colleges; describe the current state of American Indians in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology; list positive and negative factors influencing minority participation in science and engineering; and discuss selected majors in those fields. Chapters 3-4 discuss student planning of the transfer process, types of college credits, and key points in transferring credits. Chapters 5-7 cover the college admissions process; student financial aid, including aid specifically for American Indians; and college entrance exams. Chapters 8-12 discuss campus "climate" and its effect on whether Native students stay or drop out; the registration process; effective communication skills; conducting research; and working with university faculty and staff. Chapters 13-15 discuss survival at a 4-year university, including managing stress; coping with the administrative jungle; using advisors; anticipating problems; selecting housing; arranging child care; managing money; balancing one's academic and personal life; and working with other students in student organizations and on the Internet. Chapters 16-17 describe careers in science and engineering and how to find a job. Chapters include vignettes, key points, and checklists. Appendices list 59 print and online resources as well as institutional members of the All Nations Alliance for Minority Participation. (SV)