The purpose of the graduate program at Oglala Lakota College is to develop individual management and leadership skills that are harmonious with Lakota values. Further, the knowledge base of the graduate program is designed to produce students with expanded intellectual application, independence in reading and research, using critical thinking skills in decision making, and ability to design and implement change through strategic planning.

Graduate Program Objectives

Oglala Lakota College’s graduate programs of study are designed to expand understanding of contemporary society through a full application of the Lakota culture and its world relationships; to increase knowledge in a particular area; to challenge values and philosophy; to encourage independent research, and implementation; to develop and refine communication skills; to foster reflective thinking processes; to provide intellectual stimulation and a foundation for continued study.

Requirements of Lakota Leadership/Management Degree

The following are required for Lakota Leadership/Management graduate program.

A Bachelor degree from a Regionally Accredited Institution.
A 2.5 GPA with 3.0 in major field.
Completion of LAKM 513, 533 & 603 prior to admission to program of study.
Must have a 3.0 GPA in all undergraduate Language Arts course work.
Official admittance to do graduate program emphasis 30 days following completion of nine (9) hours (application).
Have and maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher for program of graduate study.

General Admission To Do Graduate Study

Students may enroll in graduate courses after they have made application for graduate study. The procedure requires students complete the application and request all college transcripts sent directly to the Graduate Office. Students who wish to be admitted to a graduate degree program must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution.

Authorized Degrees

Oglala Lakota College is authorized to grant the Master of Arts in Lakota Leadership and Management and also the Master of Arts in Lakota Leadership and Management with Educational Administration emphasis. North Central Association accredited both degrees and South Dakota State Department of Education and Cultural Affairs approves the Educational Administration emphasis Master of Arts level.

See the Handbook for Graduate Study dated (3/24/00) for more information.