Overview

You will learn about the diversity of humanity from a broad, holistic perspective, or specialize in a particular subfield through one of three concentrations. You’ll also have opportunities to attend summer field schools, work in labs and research centers with professors, and pursue internships and independent projects. Anthropology - Archaeology majors graduate from Colorado State University with skills and competencies including technical training, field and research methods, science literacy and communications, and cultural awareness that can lead to exciting and diverse careers around the world.

Career Options

Anthropology provides you with a broad academic background suitable for a variety of jobs in the public and private sectors. You’ll be trained to think independently and critically, communicate effectively, and function in a multicultural world, while focusing on the human condition throughout history. Careers for graduates are available in museum collections, international development, healthcare, cultural resources, education, marketing and business, natural resources management, and government.

Cultural Resources Manager
Medical Anthropologist
Museum Collections Manager
Forensic Scientist
Archaeologist
Foreign Services Officer
Community Program Manager
Autopsy Technician/Coroner
Historic Preservation Specialist
Archaeology Lab/Research Director
Environmental Planner
Human Resources Officer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Quantifying Anthropology

Working With Data

Anthropological Report Preparation

Archaeology and the Public

Archaeological Investigation

Archaeology of Rock Art

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

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After this date, applications for admission are considered on a rolling basis and scholarships may not be available.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Fort Collins, United States

Disciplines

Archaeology Anthropology Linguistics View 660 other Bachelors in Anthropology in United States

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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

All first-year freshman students apply using the Common Application.
Personal Statement - What we call a “personal statement” is called the “personal essay” in the Common Application. This short writing piece is your opportunity to help us understand what makes you unique, to share a talent or element of your identity that’s important to you, to describe what you are passionate about, or to highlight an accomplishment you’re proud of.
Submit your most recent transcripts or mark sheets. We will ask for additional materials if necessary.
All decisions are provisional until a final, official transcript verifying graduation is received.
Only transcripts sent directly from the school or stamped and sealed are considered official.
If a record is not in English, a certified literal English translation must accompany the transcript.

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

36113 USD / year

≈ 36113 USD / year
Out-of-State

36113 USD / year

≈ 36113 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13774 USD / year

≈ 13774 USD / year

Additional Details

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE): $24,614 per year

Living costs

Fort Collins

United States

1210 - 1800 USD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Fort Collins

Funding

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