Program Overview
The American Indian Studies (Tribal Leadership and Governance) at Arizona State University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the American Indian Studies (Tribal Leadership and Governance) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 21,672 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Tempe, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the American Indian Studies (Tribal Leadership and Governance) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- American Indian and Indigenous Rights
- Customary Tribal Law and Governance
- Tribal Jurisdiction
- American Indian Leadership and Resistance
- Tribal Government
- Community Development with American Indian Communities
- Indian Control of Education: Tribal Colleges and Universities
- Tribal Community Planning
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants must complete an online graduate admission application.
- The minimum requirement for admission is a bachelor\'s degree (or equivalent) or a graduate degree from a regionally accredited college or university of recognized standing in a related field such as history, justice studies, sociology, ethnic studies, anthropology, political science or education.
- A Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score is required from any applicant whose native language is not English. Please visit https://students.asu.edu/graduate/proficiency for more information. An applicant whose native language is not English (regardless of current residency) must provide proof of English proficiency.
- Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Division of Graduate Education and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 21,672 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 21,672 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Arizona State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Arizona State University
Arizona State University
Tempe, United States
Arizona State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 30