American Indian & Indigenous Studies

The American Indian and Indigenous Studies program provides students with opportunities to engage with American Indian communities within domestic contexts. The American Indian and Indigenous Studies program is committed to broadening the knowledge of students interested in the histories, languages, cultures, arts and contemporary situations of American Indian nations and people. The program emphasizes the historical and contemporary significance of American Indian experiences.  Graduates can seek advanced degrees in professional and graduate schools or careers in tribal, state or federal government levels, non-profit organizations, or community development.  The major offers flexibility and can easily be added to another major.

• Want to learn about American Indian cultures and Indigenous worldview
• Value intercultural communication skills
• Fascinated by history and politics
• Interested community involvement
• Enjoy literature and language

Minimum average of 65 on the 100 point grading scale.

Official final transcript from years 9, 10, 11 and 12. If the transcript is issued in a language other than English, it must be accompanied by an English translation. An official copy of the Tawjihi original and in English.

• Community and youth development leader
• Tribal or government employee
• Teacher (requires additional coursework)
• Social worker
• Lawyer (with additional education)

• Complete application.
• Submit English Proficiency.
• Submit all academic transcripts, certificates, diplomas (including secondary and post-secondary).
• Complete and submit the Financial Certification Form.
• Submit Current Bank Documents to support the amount listed on the Financial Certification*.
• Submit a copy of your passport biographical page.
• Submit a copy of your I-20.