Native American Studies Degree

The rich field of American Indian & Native American Studies is an interdisciplinary arena of study focused on the history, politics, and culture of Native American people of North America. Get more details below including other South Dakota colleges that offer native american studies degrees.

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Oglala Lakota College (NSU)

1200 S Jay St, Aberdeen, SD

Oglala Lakota College, a public institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Kyle, SD, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. As a tribal college, the school's primary goal is to serve residents of the reservation and to provide postsecondary educational options for its students. Nearly 1,800 students enroll at Oglala Lakota College annually.

Areas of study offered at Oglala Lakota College include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Ethnic Cultural And Gender Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions

The school operates under an open enrollment policy, accepting any applicants that meet the minimum requirements for admission. Submission of school records, test scores, and admissions essays may be requested for certain programs.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $2,600 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $3,300 per year. Students enrolled at this school may qualify for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students may visit the school's http://www.olc.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Native American Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Oglala Lakota College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, area, ethnic, and cultural studies teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 15.1% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).