Overview

Core Indigenous Studies Curriculum at University of Kansas

ISP 800: Indigenous Issues in the United States. A 3-hour graduate-level course taught by the director of the ISP with guest presentations by faculty who study indigenous peoples from various disciplinary perspectives.

One 3-hour graduate-level course in the history of indigenous peoples of North America, e.g. HIST 801: Graduate Colloquium in Indigenous Peoples of North America.

One 3-hour graduate-level course with 50% or more content in Indigenous Peoples that has been approved by the Executive Committee, offered by certain departments such as English, History, and Humanities & Western Civilization.

The KU Indigenous Studies Program:

Supports multidisciplinary research and professional development solidly grounded in Indigenous methodologies, issues, and perspectives.
Equips students with the knowledge and skills to conduct theoretical and applied research and to develop innovative solutions to issues facing Indigenous communities.
Educates students to become innovative and capable scholars, leaders, and mentors who bring Indigenous perspectives to academic settings, government and other public service, and the private sector.
Connects students with Indigenous Nations and communities in our region, the U.S., and the world. In particular, ISP engages with and supports Haskell Indian Nations University students, faculty, and staff through the sharing of academic resources and knowledge.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ancient American Civilizations: The Central Andes

Indigenous Development in Latin America

Mexamerica

American Indian Literature

Ethnobotany

Environmental Justice

Climate Change, Ecological Change and Social Change

Documentary Film and Video

International Women Filmmakers

Geography of American Indians

Indigenous Peoples of the World

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-15 00:00:00
Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies View 354 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Transcript(s) from undergraduate or graduate institution(s) you have attended

The Office of Graduate Studies requires a minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA for admission

Academic writing sample of at least 10 pages

2-page personal statement explaining how a master's degree in Indigenous Studies will benefit you and why you will successfully complete the degree

Resume or curriculum vitae listing your educational and employment history, any scholarships, fellowships, internships, and awards

Three letters of recommendation

Tuition Fee

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International

18862 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18862 USD per year during 12 months.
National

18862 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18862 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

7866 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7866 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Lawrence

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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