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    Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development

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    Overview

    Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development is a public 4-year college located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. There are currently 311 undergraduates at Institute of American Indian Arts and the school’s acceptance rate is 100%. The tuition at Institute of American Indian Arts is $5,561 for in-state students and $5,561 for out-of-state.

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    Scholarships & Financial Aid

    $24,229

    Sticker Price
    Sticker Price

    $11,801

    Average Annual Aid
    Average Annual Aid

    $12,428

    Average Annual Cost
    Average Annual Cost

    Cost Breakdown


    In-State
    Tuition
    $5,561
    Books & Supplies
    $2,400
    Room & Board
    $11,868
    Other
    $4,400

    In-State Estimated Cost:

    $24,229

    for the 2023-2024 Academic Year

    Out-of-State
    Tuition
    $5,561
    Books & Supplies
    $2,400
    Room & Board
    $11,868
    Other
    $4,400

    Out-Of-State Estimated Cost:

    $24,229

    for the 2023-2024 Academic Year

    Since Institute of American Indian Arts is a public university, there are different costs for in-state students and out-of-state students. The sticker price at Institute of American Indian Arts is $24,229 for in-state students in NM, and $24,229 for out-of-state students. This sticker price includes costs for tuition, books and supplies, room and board, and other miscellaneous expenses.


    It’s also important to note that the cost of attendance can vary from year to year and typically it will rise over your four years in college. With that said, your financial aid will also be recalculated every year to take any price increases, as well as any changes in your financial situation, into account.


    College costs can look different for every student based on their financial situation. To get a more accurate picture of what tuition at Institute of American Indian Arts would look like for you, try entering your financial information into their Net Price Calculator.

    Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Financial Aid

    Students who are applying for financial aid at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development need to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (or FAFSA). The FAFSA uses financial information from the prior, prior year which means that you don’t need to wait for the year to end and can use last year’s financial information.


    The FAFSA code for Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development is 014152.


    If you are looking for more information on how to complete the FAFSA, check out our How to Complete the FAFSA Guide.

    Western Undergraduate Tuition Exchange

    Institute of American Indian Arts is in a state that participates in the Western Undergraduate Tuition Exchange program. That means if you are a resident of Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, or Wyoming, you may be eligible for discounted tuition at Institute of American Indian Arts. Check out the full list of requirements and participating schools on their website.

    Pell Grants at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development

    63% of students at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development receive Pell Grants, which are awarded to undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need (students who have a bachelor’s or professional degree are not eligible). Pell Grants are awarded by the federal government and do not need to be repaid. To apply for a Pell Grant, students will need to submit their FAFSA. If you are awarded a Pell Grant, you’ll see it listed in your financial aid award letter if you are accepted to Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development.


    You can learn more about Pell Grant eligibility here.

    Outside Scholarships

    Institute of American Indian Arts students can also apply for outside scholarships to fund their education. Outside scholarships are awards that are offered by private and non-profit organizations. If you want to see what outside scholarships you are eligible for, check out these resources:


    Admissions

    100%

    Admission Rate

    Is Institute of American Indian Arts test-optional?

    Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development is test-optional, which means that it does not require applicants to submit their SAT or ACT scores. That means that some students will submit their test scores and others will not. If you choose not to submit your ACT or SAT score, the admissions officers will weigh your grades, extracurricular activities, essays, and interviews more heavily. If you are not sure whether you should submit your standardized test scores, our guide on submitting scores to test-optional schools can help.

    Academics

    Student/Faculty Ratio

    Student/Faculty Ratio 9:1

    Graduation Rate

    Graduation Rate 27%

    Popular Majors

    Percent of Students

    Visual & Performing Arts

    53%

    53% of graduates

    Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies.

    24%

    24% of graduates

    English Language & Literature

    12%

    12% of graduates

    Area, Ethnic, Cultural, & Gender Studies

    6%

    6% of graduates

    Business, Management, & Marketing

    5%

    5% of graduates

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    Student Body

    Undergraduate Students

    Undergraduate Students 311

    Pell Grant 23%

    Undergrad Students Over 25 21%

    Part-Time Undergrad Students 20%

    Percent Male / Female 34% / 66%

    Ethnic Diversity at Institute of American Indian Arts

    66% American Indian / Alaska Native

    14% Multiracial

    9% White

    9% Hispanic

    1% Unknown

    1% Asian / Pacific Islander

    Student Outcomes


    Graduate Income

    Graduate Income $24,505

    Median Debt $0

    Debt 10 years after graduation $0

    Graduation Rate 27%

    What is the graduation rate at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development?

    27% of students who start at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development end up finishing their degree within six years of enrolling. This is 31% less than the national median. A higher graduation rate indicates that students have better experiences at an institution.

    How much do graduates of Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development go on to earn?

    10 years after starting school at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development, the median earnings among students who received federal financial aid was $24,505. This is $25,886 less than the national median.


    Earnings can vary widely based on many factors other than school choice. Your major and career path can cause substantial changes in your income down the line. For more information, check out our article on the average starting salary out of college.

    Data Sources

    We strive to provide users with the most up-to-date information and source data from publicly available sources, including the College Scorecard and directly from the colleges. College statistics can change throughout the year, but we do our best to update them as quickly as possible. If you see an error, feel free to contact us.

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