Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture is located in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture top out at the Bachelor's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Students at Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture often study fine arts and liberal arts.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
Students at the school benefit from the low student/teacher ratio.
Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture offers classes to 113 students (95 full-time equivalent). Minorities are common at the school. Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. The school does offer meal plans to students.
Tuition is fairly low at Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The IAIA is a multi-tribal center of higher education dedicated to the preservation, study, creative application, and contemporary expression of American Indian and Alaska Native arts and cultures."
More complete details are provided below.
Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture
83 Avan Nu PO Road
Santa Fe, NM 87508-1300
General Phone: (505) 424-2332
Admissions Phone: (505) 424-2312
Financial Aid Phone: (505) 424-2330
http://www.iaia.edu
Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 17 | creative writing, museum studies |
| Fine Arts | 11 | fine arts |
| Design | 1 | design and visual communication |
Number of programs and degrees for Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 16 | 4 |
| Bachelor's degree | 13 | 4 |
Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture is a tribal college.
In 2005, Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture had a total enrollment of 113 students (95 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 53% |
| Women | 47% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 5% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| American Indian | 92% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 14% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 12% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New Mexico | 29% |
| Arizona | 13% |
| Florida | 8% |
| Illinois | 4% |
| Montana | 4% |
| Idaho | 4% |
| Oklahoma | 4% |
| Nebraska | 4% |
| Washington | 4% |
| South Dakota | 4% |
| Maine | 4% |
| California | 4% |
| North Carolina | 4% |
| Arkansas | 4% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 56 % |
Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture offers campus housing for 100 of its 95 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Santa Fe, New Mexico for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 61 | 58 | 95% | 43 | 74% |
| Men | 32 | 30 | 94% | 23 | 77% |
| Women | 29 | 28 | 97% | 20 | 71% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 5 | 6 |
| ACT Math | 3 | 8 |
| ACT Composite | 3 | 8 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 26% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (505) 424-2312
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,550 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,550 |
| Room and board | $ 4,636 |
| Books and supplies | $ 300 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,750 |
Financial Aid:
Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2146400)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (505) 424-2330
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 6 | $46,515 | 9 | $44,839 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 6 | $46,515 | 9 | $44,839 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
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