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Institute of American Indian and Alaska… Reviews

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  • 3 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Shontysa from Santa Fe, NM

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Tips for prospective students

    take advantage of all the oppurtunities given and offered. Be wary of the cafeteria food. Do the work and stay in touch with your teachers.
    Great for these types of students

    Those that enjoy hands-on learning and team projects. Classes are small and many students are shy. Lots of clubs to join, but not many sports activities. Campus is out of the city and very beautiful.

  • Jennifer from Santa Fe, NM

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    It is a good school that is providing a well rounded art education. There is a dedication to craft for students. It is a nurturing environment.
    Tips for prospective students

    Take advantage of the teachers knowledge and facilities and work hard.
    Academic Rigor

    three stars but more if student dedicates him/herself to their art studies
    Dorm Life

    na
    Food and Dining

    very good! healthy organic local food provide at very affordable prices
    What to do for fun

    go to the library and look at all the great art books
    Bang for the buck

    Beautiful campus with great native american art and lovely views of the Santa Fe and surrounding mountains
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    there is always community gatherings to support the students
    Great for these types of students

    Native Americans
    Clubs and Activities

    sculpture club
    Greek Life

    na
    Campus Safety

    very secure and respectable

  • Joeseph from Albuquerque, NM

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I definitely am learning a lot at IAIA, not only the basic general studies, but culturally and artistically. This is a great place to experience and get to understand Native culture in a contemporary world. Especially on an artistic perspective, the institute relates to students who are visual learners.
    Am enjoying being here

    So far this has been my best choice educationally. I enjoy learning because of the Native issues presented and artistic viewpoints to solve them. I enjoy sharpening my artistic skills, while learning new mediums to become well-rounded.
    Bang for the buck

    Depending on the person and how much motivation they apply it is not a bad cost to attend, but you have to put in work to be able to survive. I would not be searching for scholarships and alternative resources of funding if the cost of college was not a challenge.
    Tips for prospective students

    You do not have to be Native American to attend, but the majority of students are Native. If you are commuting to school the NM Rail Runner and local bus transportation are accommodating. Check your email account regularly for opportunities, campus events, and notifications. Ask your teachers questions and stay in communication, the classes are small and they are there to help you.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who learn visually or hands on. Students who are geared towards art and Native perspective. Students who enjoy out door scenery of New Mexican mountains. Students who want a closer relationship with their instructors and not feel like they disappear in a crowd. Students who are looking for a unique experience.

  • Rose from Santa Fe, NM

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I have learned so much from this school. It is the ONLY Native American art school in the world! At IAIA, all students are equally assured of the best opportunities for critical, professional and cultural development provided from a Native perspective.
    Am enjoying being here

    I love going to school here! The campus itself is in the hills of Santa Fe where you get a 360 degree view of the mountains. IAIA is a close community where everyone practically knows each other. I have met so many amazing people here!
    Bang for the buck

    It's not pricey, about 12,000 a year, but goes above and beyond in the degrees that it offers.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be outgoing as you can. This is how you meet friends and connections. Grab the college experience by the horns and take advantage of every opportunity but don't wear yourself out. The best advice I can give is to be as organized and prioritized as possible.
    Great for these types of students

    Artists, creative visionaries, business moguls, activists, Native Americans (but you don't have to be to apply), writers, museum and history studies, liberal studies.