Overview

Major in Anthropology at Wright State University and take courses that will enable you to look at the world through an “anthropological lens.” More specifically, courses in anthropology will equip you with the ability to:

Remain an open-minded, but critical, lifelong learner

Develop an understanding of and appreciation for human cultural diversity

Navigate an increasingly globalized society

Recognize there are many ways to approach “real-world” problems of all kinds (social, economic, political, etc.)

Key Features

Cultural Anthropology studies the interrelationship between culture and society to give meaning to the world around us. It explains the social and cultural similarities and differences demonstrated around the world.

Biological Anthropology focuses on biological variation among living and past human populations, including the evolutionary pathways that have led humans to adapt to a variety of environments over the past 4 million years.

Archaeology examines human life using material remains of the past, whether 100,000 or only 100 years old. Courses convey substantive knowledge of past cultures and societies, artifact analysis, and archaeological fieldwork.

Careers

You might be surprised to learn that students have many career options, though few will have “anthropologist” as their job title. An academic track involves more coursework (M.A. and/or Ph.D.) and often results in a career as a researcher and college professor. An applied track can require additional training but usually translates into a dynamic career using anthropological knowledge to solve “real-world” problems.

What careers do the alumni undertake? We work closely with you to help you identify a career that meets your interests, goals, and skill sets. Below is a list from some of the most recent alumni.

The Graduates Work As:

Museum curator
Archivist
Owner of cultural resource management and historic preservation firms
Attorney
College professor

Government positions such as:

Park ranger
Contractor
Military officer
Police detective
Professional archaeologist

Specialist work such as:

Geographic information systems
Anthropometric research
Forensic investigation
Genetic research

Grant writing

Technical writing

Public health

Science policymakers

Market research

Accreditation

Wright State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). As part of maintaining accreditation, Wright State’s programs and processes are periodically reviewed to ensure institutional quality and integrity. Wright State received Reaffirmation of Accreditation in the 2015-2016 academic year.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Development of Anthropological Thought

Seminar in Archaeological Theory

Field Methods in Archaeology

Ethnographic Fieldwork

Anthropological Methods

African Oral Traditions

Field School in Archaeology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dayton, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

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Submit a copy of your passport information page showing your photo, name, and date of birth.

Complete the admission application and submit your $30 non-refundable application fee.

Refer to the Required Documents section to find a list of missing documents. Upload your documents in either PDF or JPEG format.

Upload your complete, official academic record from ALL high schools, secondary schools, colleges, and/or universities, or intensive English programs you have attended.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

22000 USD / year

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22000 USD / year

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Domestic

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11816 USD / year

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Living costs

Dayton

United States

880 - 1352 USD / month

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