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28 Best Anthropology Programs in the United States

28 Anthropology courses are taught at 21 universities in the United States; the most common length is 4 years. Courses from Harvard University, University of Alaska - Fairbanks and University of Alabama at Birmingham come first, because those universities rank highest.

25Bachelor's Degree
EC Eastern Connecticut State University logo
#1,011 in United States United States

Anthropology

Eastern Connecticut State University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology at Eastern Connecticut State University offers a comprehensive exploration of human societies, cultures, and their development over...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Anthropology
26Program
EC Eastern Connecticut State University logo
#1,011 in United States United States

Cultural Anthropology

Eastern Connecticut State University — The Cultural Anthropology degree at Eastern Connecticut State University delves into the complexities of human cultures across the globe. The course offers a comprehensiv...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Anthropology
27Bachelor's Degree
UL University of La Verne logo
#1,041 in United States United States

Anthropology

University of La Verne — The Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology at the University of La Verne offers students an in-depth exploration of human societies, cultures, and their development over time....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Anthropology
28Bachelor's Degree
WC Western Connecticut State University logo
#1,073 in United States United States

Anthropology/Sociology

Western Connecticut State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology/Sociology at Western Connecticut State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of human societies and cultur...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Anthropology

Anthropology at other levels

How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #5 (Harvard University) to #467 (University of Alaska - Fairbanks); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Harvard University has the largest research record in this group, with 146,463,495 citations and an h-index of 2,807.

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 21 bachelor's, 5 master's and 1 phd / doctorate. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 93% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (96% of courses with a stated intake). University of Alaska - Fairbanks offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Anthropology?

Harvard University (QS World #5), University of Alaska - Fairbanks (QS World #467) and University of Alabama at Birmingham (#175 in United States) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does an Anthropology course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Anthropology courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Anthropology online with a university in the United States?

1 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Anthropology courses in the United States?

University of Alaska - Fairbanks, with 3, ahead of California Polytechnic State University, Pomona (3).

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