Anthropology BA

Anthropology is the scientific study of humankind.

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Understand the lived human experience from multiple perspectives.

Anthropology examines human societies from both a scientific and a values/beliefs viewpoint. It allows you to unpack all that it means to be human in time, space and biology.

Career Opportunities

Anthropology is everywhere and can take you in so many directions:

  • Social and Behavioral Sciences
  • Health Services
  • Education
  • Government Service
  • Technology
  • Business

Why Anthropology? | Why Our Program?

  • We teach our students sought-after professional skills, such as: clear written and spoken communication, broad thinking and synthesis, and the presentation of complex information to varied audiences.
  • Emphasis is on experiential learning in classrooms, internships, field experiences and in studying abroad.
  • We offer six minor options (anthropology, archaeology, biological anthropology, cultural anthropology, linguistic anthropology and medical anthropology), which allow students majoring in other fields to complement their studies with a foundation in the humanities.
  • Topics covered in the include: cultural anthropology, archaeology, biological anthropology, linguistic anthropology, applied anthropology and can be easily aligned to add a second major or minor.
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Understand the courses you’ll take, the curriculum requirements to meet, how you’ll progress through the program, and the concepts you’ll gain mastery of. This program also offers 6 minor program options. Get all the detailed information you’re looking for.

Our Anthropology Faculty

Ensuring That You'll Be Ready

Peter Little

Peter Little

“Anthropology prepares students for a culturally diverse world by developing a deeper understanding of the variety of past and present human groups, the cultures and societies people create and sustain, the processes that animate cultural production and social life, and the social and environmental conditions that shape human biological development and change.”

Anthropological Experience Abroad

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