Overview

We offer two tracks in the major: the BA in Anthropology with thesis and the BA/BS in Anthropology, non-thesis. If you expect to attend graduate school, the BA thesis degree is recommended.

Most graduate programs require a second language (the BA degree) and would like to see that you have experience in independent research design, data collection, and writing (demonstrated by the thesis).

If on the other hand you simply enjoy Anthropology but expect to pursue a substantially different career path, the BA/BS non-thesis degree is a good option. You need to decide in your junior year.

Minor In Anthropology

The anthropology minor may be designed to complement your major or to contrast with it. You might wish to strengthen an area of interest or explore new horizons.

The Anthropology program is offered by the Western Oregon University.

Programme Structure

BA Thesis Option

Language and Culture
Physical Anthropology
Archaeology
Cultural Anthropology

BA Or Bs Non-Thesis Option

Anthropological Theory
Ethnographic Methods
Field Experience

For more information please visit the program website.

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-26 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-25 00:00:00

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More details

WOU is on rolling admission, so we don’t have an application deadline!

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Monmouth, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

To be eligible for admission and be admitted to freshman standing, students need to fulfill each of the following requirements:

Graduate from an accredited high school

Have at least a 3.00 unweighted cumulative high school grade point average.

Students with a GPA below a 3.0 must submit one letter of recommendation or recommendation form from a teacher or counselor.

For more information please visit the program website.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

6366 USD / year

≈ 6366 USD / year
Out-of-State

2747 USD / year

≈ 2747 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

2747 USD / year

≈ 2747 USD / year

Living costs

Monmouth

United States

1549 - 2760 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

International Baccalaureate Scholarship

Awarded to incoming freshman completing full international baccalaureate diploma

Minimum score 30 or higher

Amount is $2,500 per year

Scholarships is awarded up to four years

Renewal Requirements:

Students must maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative WOU GPA

Students must complete at least 36 credits per academic year

Must be enrolled in 12 credits per term at WOU to receive the scholarship.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Anthropology.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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