Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology

The Department of Anthropology provides students with an integrated anthropological experience through coursework in archeology, cultural anthropology, and physical anthropology. This broad training prepares our students for a wide range of careers in diverse fields including project management, health care, education, immigrant services, heritage management, museum curation, business and industry, and much more. Anthropology majors learn many useful skills including cultural competency, critical thinking, research design, and professional writing'skills that are increasing in demand in private, public, and non-profit organizations.

Anthropology majors study how humans live and have lived, present and past, and apply that knowledge to contemporary issues, learning how to articulate an anthropological perspective on human behavior. Our students develop skills in research, data analysis and clear and effective communication, preparing them to live in a complex, culturally diverse world. The Department of Anthropology's core curriculum provides an overview to the discipline as well as courses in cultural anthropology, archaeology, and physical anthropology. There are many opportunities for students to engage in research and service projects, and our faculty are scholars who bring their research into the classroom to enhance learning. We offer a BA in anthropology, an MA in applied anthropology, and a BA in behavioral science. Our graduates pursue careers in a wide range of professions, including law, medicine, business, social work, and health care.

All applicants to SJSU must meet all of the following admission requirements to enroll at SJSU.
Earn the equivalent of a U.S. 3.0 grade point average (GPA) or an average of B grades.
Submit partial official secondary school (high school) transcripts and final transcripts.
TOEFL IBT- 61 , TOEFL PBT - 500 , IELTS - 6.0
GPA -3.00 or greater