BA in American Indian Studies

Majoring in American Indian Studies will allow you to communicate effectively and apply your knowledge to address current issues in Indian Country and beyond. You will build a broad understanding of cross-cultural and intergovernmental issues with expertise in American Indian affairs. We train future leaders and intellectuals to meet the dynamic challenges of our ever-changing world.

Select courses based on your specific area(s) of interest. The curriculum supports the intellectual, ethical, and social development of students. Dedicated, knowledgeable faculty who have and are creating a body of scholarship and research, which is influencing the field today.

The University of Minnesota Duluth campus grew from its early roots as the Duluth Normal School to become a University of Minnesota campus in 1947. Today, UMD is a medium-sized regional university that offers students a supportive atmosphere and access to the larger University of Minnesota system's resources. UMD students can choose from more than 93 undergraduate and post-baccalaureate degrees and graduate programs in more than 20 different fields. Our stellar teaching and research have earned the University of Minnesota Duluth high rankings in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.