Associate of Arts in Dakota Studies & Linguistic Revitalization
Foundational degree immersing students in Dakota vocabulary, oral storytelling, tribal governance history, Dakota philosophy, and archival documentation methodologies.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- English language proficiency
- Exempt or TOEFL 65+
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Exempt
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of intent to preserve Dakota language
- Recommendation letters
- One community or academic reference
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- American Indian College Fund Scholarships and tribal higher education grants
- Application fee
- $15
- Tuition / joining costs
- $3,800/year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Sisseton Wahpeton College documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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