United States · Degree · Reviewed 2026-10-16

Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Leadership & Arctic Community Studies

Transformative four-year degree rooted in Iñupiat wisdom, tribal sovereignty law, Arctic geopolitical diplomacy, and subsistence economic resource management.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: High school diploma or GED equivalent
English language proficiency: English fluency verified
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Exempt
Thesis / Research statement: Personal statement on community leadership vision in the North Slope
Recommendation letters: One tribal or educational recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: North Slope Borough and Native Corporation higher education scholarships covering 100% of tuition and housing
Application fee: $0 (No application fee)
Tuition / joining costs: $180/credit hour ($2,160/semester for full-time Alaskan residents)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 1, 2027 (Fall Regular Intake)
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Iḷisaġvik College documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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