Anthropology (B.A., B.S.)
Indiana State University
Description:
The University offers a bachelor of arts (B.A.) and a bachelor of science (B.S.) in anthropology.
The Anthropology Program offers students an integrated program of study in physical and cultural anthropology and archaeology, including Midwest archaeology.
As a scientific study of humankind and human culture, anthropology provides an excellent background for graduate study in many fields—and also prepares students for museum and foundation work, and positions with cultural resource management firms.
Course work includes a required core of anthropology courses—plus elective course work in anthropology and other academic areas of interest. The flexibility available in the selection of electives enables each student to tailor the program to meet specific career goals.
Indiana State's Anthropology Program is distinctive in its emphasis on blending classroom learning with research opportunities, practical experience, and extracurricular activities that result in exciting and challenging study.
- Students benefit from relatively small classes taught by dedicated faculty mentors with
diverse expertise. Most hold doctoral degrees—and all engage in research and scholarly
publication. Course work is further enriched with lectures and presentations by visiting scholars from
abroad.
- Classroom activities and research are enhanced by over 20 state-of-the-art laboratories,
including the Anthropology Laboratory, which is one of four major university-based research
facilities conducting archaeological investigations in Indiana.
- Students may participate in the department's field camps and fieldwork as part of faculty
research projects conducted around the nation.
- A number of activities and organizations are available that enable students to interact with other students and professionals in the industry. Student organizations include Gamma Theta Upsilon, Kappa Nu Chapter, the Anthropology Club, and the Earth Science Club. In addition, the department regularly hosts special events.
Other opportunities include the University's Honors Program and study abroad programs—which
range from summer programs to a single semester or a full academic year in over 25 countries.
Required Courses:
Careers:
Our graduates are prepared for a variety of careers, including museum and foundation work and positions with cultural resource management firms.
Many pursue graduate degrees in areas such as cultural anthropology, archaeology, and biological anthropology. Others pursue degrees and careers in law, medicine, social services, primary or secondary education, international studies, and foreign service.
One subfield of anthropology, archeology, is rapidly expanding because of federal and state laws that protect cultural resources. Archeologists are hired by state and federal agencies, universities, museums, and also by companies in the rapidly expanding private sector.
Accreditation:
The University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Students have many sources of financial support for their studies, including financial aid, work-study programs, veterans' benefits, and special scholarships for entering freshmen and transfer students.
In addition, the Department of Geography, Geology, and Anthropology offers a number of scholarships and awards. For details, contact the department.
Further Information:
Department of Geography, Geology, and Anthropology
Indiana State University
812-237-2444
www.indstate.edu/gga
The Catalog of Indiana State University is the document of authority for all students. The requirements given in the catalog supersede information issued by any academic department, program, college, or school. The University reserves the right to change the requirements at any time.
Last updated 8 June 2009