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Santa Fe, NM · Private University

Is Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #851 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$24,505

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$5,801

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$5,801

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$23,204

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

4.22x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Graduation Rate

24.5%

6-year graduation rate

Avg Net Price

$12,322

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$24,505
Annual Tuition$5,801
National Median Earnings$45,000

Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development graduates earn $20,495 less than the national median of workers with any education level.

What You'd Actually Pay

Average net price after grants and scholarships, by family income

Under $30,000$13,316/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$10,335/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$12,720/yr

Source: IPEDS net price data. Actual costs vary based on individual financial circumstances.

Highest-Earning Majors

Top programs at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development ranked by graduate earnings

1
Fine and Studio Arts.$29,835

22 graduates

Earnings shown are 4-year post-graduation medians where available, otherwise 1-year medians.

The Bottom Line

Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $24,505 10 years after starting, $20,495 below the national median of $45,000. In-state students pay $5,801/year, significantly less than the $5,801 out-of-state rate, which substantially improves the ROI picture for state residents.

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Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Tuition data from IPEDS. ROI calculations are for informational purposes only and reflect median outcomes.