The American Indian Studies program at South Dakota State University provides students with opportunities to engage with American Indian communities within domestic contexts.
- Unknown (University site)Application Deadline
- 48 monthsDuration
- Unknown (University site)Tuition Fee372 USD/creditTuition Fee256 USD/creditTuition Fee
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Overview
The American Indian Studies program at South Dakota State University 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.
Career Opportunities
- Community and youth development leader
- Tribal or government employee
- Teacher (requires additional coursework)
- Social worker
- Lawyer (with additional education)
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 48 months
- Credits 120 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
- More information Go to the programme website
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Introduction to American Indian Studies
- Introductory Lakota
- History and Culture of the American Indian
- American Indian Literature
- American Indian Literature of Present
- Formation of Federal Indian Policy
- Seminar
English Language Requirements
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Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: 2.6
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.6 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
General Requirements
Academic Transcripts need to be originals or official certified true copies. If your transcripts are not in English, certified true translations must be attached. All upper secondary school-level work needs to be demonstrated through your transcripts. It is common for applicants to submit transcripts prior to completion, please indicate your expected graduation date.
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Tuition Fee
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372 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 372 USD per credit and a duration of 48 months. -
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256 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 256 USD per credit and a duration of 48 months.
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Living costs for Brookings
- 1085 - 1890 USD/monthLiving Costs
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Funding
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