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Explore Indigenous histories, governance and contemporary life through an interdisciplinary lens. You'll build your understanding of complex challenges while strengthening leadership, research and communication skills that enhance any major and prepare you to engage meaningfully with Native nations and Indigenous communities.

Program Description

The American Indian studies minor program offers an interdisciplinary foundation in Indigenous governance, culture and community life. Students explore sovereignty, law, education, health and environmental stewardship, as well as Indigenous histories, philosophies and cultural expression while learning from faculty who connect academic study to the real-world priorities of Native nations.

Through a flexible and rigorous curriculum, students complete core courses in American Indian studies and choose upper-division electives that reflect their interests in leadership, sustainability, cultural preservation, research methods or community development. The interdisciplinary curriculum brings together ideas and methods from across fields to explore Indigenous histories, cultures, governance and contemporary issues.

Coursework centers Indigenous perspectives and knowledge systems, encouraging students to think critically and engage respectfully with diverse communities.

Designed to complement all majors, this minor program deepens understanding of sovereignty, policy and Indigenous governance while strengthening skills in research, communication and critical analysis.


At a Glance: program details

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  • Location:
    Tempe campus
  • Additional Program Fee: No
  • Second Language Requirement: No

Program Requirements

Enrollment Requirements

GPA Requirement: None

Incompatible Majors: BS in American Indian studies

Other Enrollment Requirements: None

Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major or the minor program. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and the minor.


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Career Outlook

Graduates are prepared for diverse careers that engage with Native nations and Indigenous communities. Graduates develop cultural understanding, policy insight, and analytical and communication skills that are valued in government, education, public health, environmental management, research and nonprofit sectors. They are prepared to work thoughtfully and collaboratively with Native nations, Indigenous organizations, and related professions committed to Indigenous well-being and self-determination.

Students who pair the minor with majors in fields such as political science, sustainability, social work, public policy, justice studies, education or health sciences are well positioned for roles in tribal government, community development, policy analysis and advocacy. The program also provides a strong foundation for graduate or professional study focused on Indigenous governance, law, leadership or social justice.

Example Careers

Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.

Anthropologists and Archeologists

  • Growth: 3.7%
  • Median Salary*: 64910

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

  • Growth: 1.7%
  • Median Salary*: 103960

Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

  • Growth: 2.4%
  • Median Salary*: 84290

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

  • Growth: 3%
  • Median Salary*: 78420

Historians

  • Growth: 2.2%
  • Median Salary*: 74050

Advertising and Promotions Managers

  • Growth: -2.2%
  • Median Salary*: 126960

News Analysts, Reporters and Journalists

  • Growth: -3.9%
  • Median Salary*: 60280

Political Scientists

  • Growth: -3.1%
  • Median Salary*: 139380

Social and Community Service Managers

  • Growth: 6.4%
  • Median Salary*: 78240
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Sociologists

  • Growth: 3.6%
  • Median Salary*: 101690

* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

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Program Contact Information

If you have questions related to admission, please click here to request information and an admission specialist will reach out to you directly. For questions regarding faculty or courses, please use the contact information below.

  • [email protected]
  • 480/965-3634


Concurrent degree programs are specially designed academic programs which provide high-achieving undergraduate students the opportunity to complete two distinct but complementary bachelor degrees at the same time. Students must meet minimum admissions standards for both programs and be accepted individually by both colleges offering the concurrent program.
Students pursuing concurrent degrees earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. ASU offers students two ways to earn concurrent degrees: by choosing a predetermined combination or creating their own combination. Predetermined combinations have a single admissions application and one easy to follow major map. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor. Either way, concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests.
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ASU students may accelerate their studies by earning a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in as little as five years (for some programs) or by earning a bachelor’s degree in 2.5 or 3 years.

Accelerated bachelor's and master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving undergraduate students who want the opportunity to combine undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master’s degree. These programs, featuring the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty, allow students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years.

Accelerated bachelor’s degree programs allow students to choose either a 2.5- or a 3-year path while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students can opt to fast-track their studies after acceptance into a participating program by connecting with their academic advisor.
This is only the first required math course. This program may contain additional math courses; See Major Map for details.
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required.
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required. Courses included in the General level: MAT 142
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required. Courses included in the Moderate level: MAT 117, MAT 119, MAT 170, MAT 210, SOS 101, CPI 200
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required. Courses included in the Substantial level: MAT 251, MAT 265. MAT 266, MAT 267, MAT 270, MAT 271, MAT 272, MAT 274, MAT 275
To add a minor, please consult with the academic advisor for your major.
To add a certificate, please consult with the academic advisor for your major.
A rolling deadline means that applications will continue to be reviewed on a regular basis until the semester begins. International students should be mindful of visa deadlines to ensure there is time to produce necessary visa documents. Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit application materials as soon as possible for consideration.
A final deadline means that all applications and application materials must be received by Graduate Admissions by the deadline date. Applications that are incomplete may not be considered after the final deadline. Applications that are submitted past the final deadline may not be considered.
A priority deadline means that applications submitted and completed before the priority deadline will receive priority consideration. Applications submitted after the priority deadlines will be reviewed in the order in which they were completed and on a space available basis. An application is complete after all materials are received by Graduate Admissions.
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