Overview

Anthropology is interested in all human societies and views life as a complexly integrated whole that is more than the sum of its parts. It is the human experience as a whole that anthropology seeks to understand.

Archaeology explores the human past far beyond the range of written records, using specialized techniques to probe human prehistory. Linguistic anthropology investigates the nature of language and the critical role it has played in developing our unique intellectual capabilities and behavior.

The central concept in anthropology is "culture," and it is this vital idea which binds the subfields into an integrated discipline.

At California State University, Fresno, both the Anthropology major and minor offer a varied but well-structured exposure to all four subfields of the discipline. The major consists of two parts.

The core curriculum introduces both data and theory in a logical sequence of courses from basic to advanced and includes an introduction to anthropological fieldwork.

The four degree tracks are intended to prepare students for specific careers in the following areas: education, cultural resources management, social services, or post-secondary teaching. The minor is a briefer but balanced survey of the discipline, designed to complement any major whose graduates need to understand and deal with people from different cultural backgrounds.

What You Can Learn

How culture has made possible the range of different societies

Basic methods and strategies for archeological excavation

How to think critically and use reasoning when considering topics of race/intelligence, region/values, and social policy.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

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American Indian Religion

Experience in American Indian Community

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
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Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

California, 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.

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General requirements

Submit a Cal State Apply online and pay $55 USD (non-refundable) by credit card or Submit the Paper Application
Official English language proficiency
Original or certificated copies of in-progress or final transcripts
A copy of graduation certificate (if applicable)
Financial document (no older than 6 months) & Affidavit of Support from sponsors showing the amount and source of support for a minimum of one school year of study
A copy of the biographic information/photo page in your passport
Statement of purpose, principal's or teacher's recommendation is encouraged not required

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

6450 USD / year

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6450 USD / year

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In-State

6450 USD / year

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Additional Details

All out-of-state, non-resident, and international students will be charged Non-Resident Tuition Fees at $444.00 per unit, in addition to tuition and fees.

Living costs

California

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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