Native American Studies, Associate of Arts

School of Communication, Humanities & Social Sciences (CHSS)

Native American Studies at CNM is an interdisciplinary program in which students explore the Native experience of Indigenous peoples with significant attention given our complex history and intercultural heritage of New Mexico and the United States.

Educational Option Information

• This educational option is an: Associates of Arts
• This educational option can be completed: Part-time
• This educational option is designed for: Associate of Arts students and 4-year degree transfer students.
• This educational option can be started: Anytime
• Primary course location: Main campus

Approximate Costs of this Educational Option

• Cost of Attendance
• Tuition
• Books
• Program and Course Fees

Financial Aid Considerations

• This is a financial aid eligible program.
  • Direct Subsidized Loans: 150 percent rule
  • Some courses are not eligible for Financial Aid. Please check the list here when considering a course.

Educational Opportunities

The Associate of Arts in Native American Studies provides students the opportunity to transfer into the Native American Studies program at UNM as a junior, with 60 applicable credits.

Career Opportunities

Law school, community outreach, graduate school (Native American Studies but also History, Geography, Anthropology, and English), journalism, art careers, positions in government agencies, museums, independent writing, and filmmaking.