Overview
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Anthropology is the study of human diversity on a cross-cultural basis, aimed at achieving both scientific and humanistic understandings of the human condition. Anthropology is comprised of four subfields: sociocultural anthropology, biological anthropology, archaeology, and anthropological linguistics.
Students graduating with a Anthropology program at University of Alaska Anchorage will be able to:- Describe current understandings about human behavior and language, cultural processes, the evolution of humans, biocultural diversity, and trajectories of cultural change.
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical approaches in anthropology, their foundations, and the issues they are designed to address.
- Explain ethical practice in anthropological research and issues encountered in the discipline.
- Exhibit proficiency in documenting, evaluating, and communicating anthropological information, including perspectives relevant to Alaska and the Circumpolar North.
- Apply anthropological methods and techniques to research questions and practical problems.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Cultural Anthropology
- Biological Anthropology
- Linguistic Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Anthropological Theory
- Applied Ethics in Anthropology
- Ethnographic Courses
- Arctic and Subarctic Cultures
- World Cultures
- Comparative Culture Studies
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Archaeology Anthropology Linguistics View 712 other Bachelors in Anthropology in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- High school graduation or GED
- Minimum High School GPA of 2.5
- Students with a 2.0-2.5 GPA may be admitted to certain baccalaureate programs with academic advising as a requirement.
Tuition Fee
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International
24000 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 800 USD per credit during 48 months. -
National
24000 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 800 USD per credit during 48 months. -
In-State
7020 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 234 USD per credit during 48 months.
Preparatory and Lower-division
- Resident: $234 per credit
- Nonresident: $800 per credit
Upper-division
- Resident: $282 per credit
- Nonresident: $848 per credit
Living costs for Anchorage
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.