About Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development

Founded in 1962, Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development. is a college. Located in New Mexico, which is a city setting in New Mexico, the campus itself is Rural. The campus is home to 522 full time undergraduate students, and 60 full time graduate students.

The Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 7:1. There are 25 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range
ACT Range

Admissions at are considered Less Selective, with ,2% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 29 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development.

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“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
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“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
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“We”re not into drinking at all”
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“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
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“There”s a huge drug scene”
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“We know about current events and vote”
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“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
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“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
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“We save it for the classroom”
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“Sometimes, but not often”
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“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
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“All the time, including weekends”
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“I”m always terrified”
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“I only go out in groups”
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“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
100%
“I feel extremely safe”
100%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
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“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
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“There are a variety of opportunities”
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“We”re a very artistic group”
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“Haven”t met them”
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“Available in class”
100%
“They keep regular office hours”
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“They”re always available”
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“No greek life, but other groups to join”
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“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
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“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
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“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
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“We”re not into drinking at all”
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“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
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“We only party on weekends”
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“There”s some drinking happening every night”
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“Never, we”re here to learn”
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“There might be people who do”
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“People are known to partake on weekends”
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“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    10 Students rated on-campus housing 3.8 stars. 30 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    11 Students rated off-campus housing 2.3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    11 Students rated campus food 3.1 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    12 Students rated campus facilities 4.3 stars. 50 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    12 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 75 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    12 Students rated school activities 3.5 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    12 Students rated local services 3.2 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    12 Students rated academics 4.3 stars. 42 % gave the school a 5.0.

Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development?

2 Students rated Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development

Monika - 09/17/2019

When it comes to the academic focusing and empowerment of contemporary Native arts and culture, IAIA is perfect. Being Mexican American, I was hesitant to apply because I thought it was strictly based on Native arts, but I was wrong. Staff and instructors just want to empower their students artistically, giving them as much of a push they need to succeed. I have developed and grown as an artist, and it never would have happened had I not attended IAIA.

Carrie - 05/15/2017

It is very involved in Native culture. It is a super small school where everyone knows everyone. The staff and students are usually pretty friendly. The food is all local and organic and tastes good. The classes are pretty easy and don't require a ton of work. The only bad thing is the equipment for use sucks until you get to your senior year and gain access to the good stuff. The campus can get boring too, but they try to provide activities for all students every day.

Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I would definitely tell myself to be more social and outgoing. I feel like I wanted to talk to a lot of interesting people back then yet did not have the confidence to do so. If I could go back I would tell myself to talk to everyone because I may be missing out on meeting someone I can become friends with forever. I would also tell myself to be more appreciative my parents and grandparents. I was quite bratty during high school and wish that I could have been a little more respectful. Other than that I would tell myself to keep expressing myself in any way possible and to enjoy high school before it's over.. Living at home with mom and dad may seem annoying at the time, but when you don't have any real bills yet there's not much to complain about.

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  3. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    I would have to say the lack of financial assistance. It's really hard to get your school paid for and scholarships are such a drag. You really have to stay on top of them and at our school, we're not allowed to have student loans.

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  4. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates vary with characteristics such as traditional, lazy, funny, unmotivated, creative, and some what complains often.

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  5. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    IAIA is a small, private gem located in the beautiful deserts of New Mexico; the people that occupy its space are kind and open, it is a constant source of inspiration for art and other creative endeavors, and the learning that occurs here goes far beyond that of a textbook.

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  6. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    The Institute of American Indian Arts is known for make the best artist and designers for the world to see.

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  7. What's unique about your campus?

    The ability to form your own voice at this school is hard but is very allowable. Students are pushed to try to make sure that they can show the best that they can be, it is difficult but you can do anything you want in terms of personal expression.

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  8. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I was hopin i was a little better at english. That was the one class i struggled in when i was going through school. I had trouble with writing essays.

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  9. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A student with an open mind should look foward to attending IAIA. This school is filled with rich culture and bright students. Art is a major that some people look down on or forget as an option all together. Although IAIA is considered an "art institute", general education is also an major concern as well.

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  10. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    I don't think anyone should not be able to attend this school. Arts major or not, it's a great place to get started if you are at least interested somewhat in the arts, specifically Native American Indian Arts.

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  11. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    how helpful the faculty is at this school, to take advantage of all the extra help they are willing to give you and to ask questions if you're not sure about something.

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  12. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    With how many musically inclined kids there are here you think that they would have a great music program but there are none.

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  13. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    My school is a inter-tribal college, so many differrent tribes attend from all over North America making it a culturally divese place to be around. Also supernatural events sometimes occur.

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Student Body

Students

56%

female

44%

male

522

Total Undergrad Enrollment

60

Total Grad Students

66%

Out-Of-State

34%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

N/A

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

54%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
64%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
N/A
% Hispanic/Latino
19%
% White or Caucasian
8%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

97% of students attending Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development receive some sort of financial aid. 69% were awarded federal grants. While N/A received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$4,700

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$2,400

Books and Supplies

$8,612

Room and Board

15,712

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$11,578
$30 - $48K
$13,772
$48 - $75K
$9,442
$75 - $110K
N/A
$110K & UP
N/A

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