2015-2016

Applied Indigenous Studies, Minor

Department of Applied Indigenous Studies

College of Social and Behavioral Sciences

This minor explores governance, nation-building, and other implementation issues facing indigenous peoples both in the Americas and around the globe. The plan provides an umbrella under which to study tribal histories and cultures, governmental policies, sustainable economic development, and contemporary conditions on native lands and reservations.

  • A minor is earned in conjunction with a bachelor's degree.

    To receive a minor (18 - 24 units) at Northern Arizona University, you must complete a planned group of courses from one or more subject matter areas with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0. At least 12 units of the minor must be unique to that minor and not applied to any other minor.

In addition to University Requirements:

  • Complete individual plan requirements.

Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.

Minimum Units for Completion 18
Major GPA C
Fieldwork Experience/Internship Optional

Minor Requirements

  • Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also successfully complete. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.