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.

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1Bachelor's Degree

QS World #5 #3 in United States Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Anthropology

Harvard University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology at Harvard University offers students an in-depth exploration of the complexities of human behavior, culture, and society. The progr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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2Bachelor's Degree

QS World #467 #104 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology

University of Alaska - Fairbanks — The Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology at the University of Alaska Fairbanks offers students a comprehensive study of human societies, cultures, and biological aspects of h...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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3Master's Degree

QS World #467 #104 in United States United States

Master of Arts in Anthropology

University of Alaska - Fairbanks — The Master of Arts in Anthropology at the University of Alaska Fairbanks offers a comprehensive exploration of human behavior, cultures, and societies. This program empha...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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4PhD / Doctorate

QS World #467 #104 in United States United States

Ph.D. in Anthropology

University of Alaska - Fairbanks — The Ph.D. in Anthropology at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is designed for students who wish to develop advanced research, analytical, and fieldwork skills in anthro...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

4–6 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Anthropology

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5Bachelor's Degree

#175 in United States United States

Anthropology

University of Alabama at Birmingham — The Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona provides a comprehensive understanding of human societies, cultures, and their evolution. The p...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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6Bachelor's Degree

#175 in United States United States

Anthropology

University of Alabama at Birmingham — The Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham offers a comprehensive exploration of human societies, cultures, and their development ov...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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7Bachelor's Degree

#216 in United States United States

Anthropology

The University of Alabama — The Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology at The University of Alabama offers a comprehensive exploration of human societies, cultures, and behaviors across the globe. This p...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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8Bachelor's Degree

#283 in United States United States

Anthropology

Northern Arizona University — The Bachelor's degree in Anthropology at Northern Arizona University offers an in-depth exploration of human cultures, societies, and biological aspects throughout histor...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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9Master's Degree

#310 in United States United States

Anthropology

California State University, Fullerton — The Master's Degree in Anthropology at California State University-Fullerton offers a comprehensive exploration of human cultures, societies, and their development over t...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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10Bachelor's Degree

#311 in United States United States

Anthropology

University of Denver — The Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology at the University of Denver is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human cultures, societies, and bio...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

nullDuration

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Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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11Bachelor's Degree

#384 in United States United States

Anthropology, B.S.

Humboldt State University — The Bachelor of Science in Anthropology at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona provides students with a comprehensive understanding of human diversity across t...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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12Bachelor's Degree

#388 in United States United States

Anthropology

San Jose State University — The Bachelor's degree in Anthropology at San Jose State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of human societies and cultures, both past and pre...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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13Bachelor's Degree

#408 in United States United States

Anthropology

Wesleyan University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology at Wesleyan University provides a comprehensive understanding of human societies, cultures, and their development over time. The pro...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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14Master's Degree

#422 in United States United States

Anthropology (M.A.)

California State University, Northridge — The Master's Degree in Anthropology at California State University-Northridge delves into the complexities of human behavior, cultures, and societies across the globe. Th...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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15Bachelor's Degree

#436 in United States United States

Anthropology

University of Arkansas - Little Rock — The Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock provides students with a comprehensive understanding of human cultures, both past and p...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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16Bachelor's Degree

#526 in United States United States

Anthropology - Applied Anthropology

California Polytechnic State University, Pomona — The Bachelor’s degree in Applied Anthropology at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona offers students a comprehensive understanding of human cultures, behaviors...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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17Bachelor's Degree

#526 in United States United States

Anthropology - Archaeology

California Polytechnic State University, Pomona — Course OverviewThe Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology with a focus on Archaeology at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona explores the rich tapestry of human his...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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18Bachelor's Degree

#526 in United States United States

Anthropology - General Anthropology

California Polytechnic State University, Pomona — The Bachelor’s Degree in General Anthropology at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona provides students with a comprehensive understanding of human behavior, cu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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19Bachelor's Degree

#549 in United States United States

Anthropology

University of Northern Colorado — The Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology at the University of Northern Colorado explores the diverse human experiences and cultures across the globe. This interdisciplinary...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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20Master's Degree

#549 in United States United States

Anthropology BA to MPH (Accelerated)

University of Northern Colorado — The Anthropology BA to MPH (Accelerated) program at the University of Northern Colorado is designed for students who seek to combine their passion for anthropology with p...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

BlendedMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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21Master's Degree

#616 in United States United States

Anthropology

California State University, Chico — The Master's Degree in Anthropology at California State University-Chico offers an in-depth exploration of human cultures, societies, and their interactions throughout hi...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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22Bachelor's Degree

#659 in United States United States

Anthropology

California State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology at California State University-East Bay is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human societies, cultu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

OnlineMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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23Bachelor's Degree

#945 in United States United States

Anthropology

Fort Lewis College — The Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology at Fort Lewis College offers a comprehensive exploration of human societies, cultures, and biological aspects of humanity. Students...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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24Bachelor's Degree

#999 in United States United States

Anthropology

Colorado State University-Pueblo — The Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology at Colorado State University Pueblo is designed to immerse students in the study of human societies, cultures, and their development...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Anthropology

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Anthropology at other levels

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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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