The department serves approximately 40 graduate students at the MA level. This program of study provides general background in all four sub-fields of anthropology as well as specialized courses in areas such as:

• American Indians - Past and Present
• Biocultural Medical Anthropology
• Cultural Resource Management
• Globalization/Localization
• Historic Archaeology
• Language and Cross-Cultural Communication
• Natural Resources and Communities

The basic philosophical premise of the department is that anthropology has a unique and valuable perspective not only for personal enrichment but also for addressing pressing social, economic and policy issues.

Required Documents for Admission

1. OSU Application form
2. All university transcripts should be sent to OSU Admissions and a duplicate copy to the Department of Anthropology.
3. Three letters of reference written on letterhead (at least two should be from university professors closely associated with the student's work. One can be from a professional in the field of your career interest.)
4. Completion and submission of GRE scores
5. Statement of interest of no more than 1000 words as it relates to an area of concentration.
6. TOEFL (for international students only)

Other Masters Degree Resources

• Masters Requirements in Applied Anthropology
• Sample Programs in Applied Anthropology
• Thesis Requirements in Applied Anthropology
• Admissions
• Funding
• Graduate school forms

DEADLINE:

Application files must be submitted and complete by Jan. 15.

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