Overview

At Anthropology program of the University of Denver you'll gain an understanding of the diversity of human thought and behavior while developing practical research skills. You can garner distinction in the major by specializing in one of its core areas of study: archaeology, cultural anthropology, and museum and heritage studies.

Faculty across the department are committed to hands-on, experiential learning that goes beyond the classroom and into the laboratory, museum, gallery and field settings. DU's own Museum of Anthropology serves as a public-facing, community-engaged space for you to gain real-world experience.

In our labs and museums you can hone professional skills — from interviewing, surveying and photography to conservation, exhibition design and project management.

Careers

Graduates go on to pursue careers in research, cultural heritage management, museum work, public health, environmental conservation, education, foreign policy, and human rights and advocacy.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Pioneers of Anthropology

Cultural Anthropology

Human Nature

Archaeology

Museums and Public Culture

Anthropology: Humankind in Context

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

183 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

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

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

If English is not your native language, you must submit an acceptable score on either the IELTS (International English Language Testing System), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), DET (Duolingo English Test) or CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced) or qualify for an exemption.

Academic performance in high school is the most important factor in our admission process. However, we are a test-optional university, and submitting test scores is your choice. If you choose to submit your SAT and/or ACT scores, they will be considered along with your other application materials for both admission and merit scholarships.

We also want to know who you are outside the classroom. We want to know you’ll do more than just attend your classes. We want you getting involved across campus and in the community.

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Tuition Fee

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International

60084 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 60084 USD per year during 48 months.
National

60084 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 60084 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

60084 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 60084 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Denver

1310 - 2220 USD /month

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Scholarships Information

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