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Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture is located in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Santa Fe, NM. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture top out at the Bachelor's degree.
Students at the school often study fine arts and liberal arts.
The admissions department at Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture does not accept all those who apply. In 2007, 96% of applicants were rejected at the school. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 410 to 550 in 2007. A quarter of students admitted in 2007 scored 330 or higher on the math SAT. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
Students at Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture benefit from the low student/teacher ratio.
The school offers classes to 231 students (203 full-time equivalent). Minorities are common at Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture. Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at the school.
Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture does offer meal plans to students.
Tuition is fairly low at the school.
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) 424-2331
http://www.iaia.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 17 | creative writing, museum studies, Native American studies |
| Fine Arts | 17 | fine arts |
| Design | 3 | design and visual communication |
Number of programs and degrees for Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 23 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 14 | 5 |
Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture is a tribal college.
In 2007, Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture had a total enrollment of 231 students (203 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 4% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 92% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 14% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 10% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 78 % |
Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture offers campus housing for 263 of its 203 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Santa Fe, New Mexico for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New Mexico Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 958 | 39 | 4% | 39 | 100% |
| Men | 473 | 18 | 4% | 18 | 100% |
| Women | 485 | 21 | 4% | 21 | 100% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 550 |
| SAT Math | 200 | 330 |
| SAT Writing | 350 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 25 |
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 | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 11% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 55% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,700 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,700 |
| Room and board | $ 4,536 |
| Room charge | $ 2,212 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,324 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,580 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,628 |
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)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 10 | 11 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 10 | $43,579 | 11 | $46,466 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 10 | $43,579 | 11 | $46,466 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American Indian/Native American Studies
Creative Writing
Museology/Museum Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Institute Of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning 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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