C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
15/100 · earnings-weighted

Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development

4-Year Public Tribal College
📍 Santa Fe, New Mexico 87508
🌐 https://iaia.edu/
Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development — acceptance rate 100%, tuition $5,166
Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development — acceptance rate 100%, tuition $5,166
Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development campus, Santa Fe, NM
Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development campus, Santa Fe, NM. Photo: [1] at Flickr, CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 25%
Outcomes
C
50/100
Affordability
B+
76/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
B
73/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

831
Total Enrollment
25%
Graduation Rate
58%
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
100%
Acceptance Rate
$14,334
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$24,505
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$20,816
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
14.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
22.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 1st percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NM wage index 0.75). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Fine and Studio Arts$29,835$31,541-24%#399 of 423#336—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $658,576
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,925/mo — vs ~$771/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 87508 (3.5% cap, Santa Fe)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,166 $5,166
Room $6,942
Board $5,546
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,089 $25,089

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
60%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$14,334
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$13,316
$30,001 - $48,000$10,335
$48,001 - $75,000$12,720

Student Demographics

831
Total Students
61%
Women
39%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 13%
Hispanic 23%
Black 1%
Asian 1%
Two or More 11%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 92%
With Family 8%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 52%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 16%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 39%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development?
Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development has an acceptance rate of 100%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development?
Tuition at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development is $5,166 for in-state students and $5,166 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,334.
What is the graduation rate at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development?
The graduation rate at Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development is 25%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development a good school?
Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development?
Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development has a total enrollment of 831 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology