Anthropology, B.A.
Study human life and culture throughout time and across the world.
Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology
The Department of Sociology and Anthropology in the College of Liberal Arts offers the B.A. and minor in Anthropology. Students focus on human culture by taking a holistic approach throughout time and across the world.
Anthropology is a four-field discipline that studies society and culture of the past and present.
- Archaeologists study prehistory through physical remains.
- Bioanthropologists study where humans came from and how we exist in different environments.
- Cultural anthropologists study contemporary social issues.
- Linguistic anthropologists study language in its social context.
The Value of an Anthropology Degree
Anthropology trains students to be global citizens. Current employers are looking for students who have developed the multi-disciplinary and critical thinking skills necessary to better understand our globally connected and diverse world. Students gain skills in observation, analysis, research, critical thinking, writing, and interacting with people from all cultures.
Careers related to anthropology include archaeology, impact assessment, museum technology, education, law, business management, marketing, forensics, healthcare, and more.
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Program Information
Degree
B.A. in Anthropology
Required Credit Hours
120
Program Type
Major
Minor
Program Location
School
Duration
4 years
What are some courses you will take to earn an Anthropology Bachelor's Degree?
Here are some of the classes you may take while earning your Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology. See allAnthropology courses.
Department Opportunities
What is Anthropology?
Anthropology Alumni
- Archaeologist, Boston University
- Lab Manager, NC State Human ID and Forensic Lab
- Levant Curator, British Museum
- Curator, Montpellier Museum Program
- Senior VP, BancorpSouth
- Fund Analyst, Evergreen Investments
- VP Operations, Morrow Creative
- Hydrogeologist, Spectrum Envir. Services
- Archaeologist, New South Associates
- Physician, Avalon Medical
- Regional Director, St. Jude Children's Hospital
- Chief Archaeologist, MS Dept. of Archives and History
- Sr. Advisor, Swedish Natl. Heritage Board
- Senior City Planner, New Orleans
- Archaeologist, Army Corps of Engineers
- Game Designer, Arkane Studios
- Social Studies Teacher, New Richmond High School
- Attorney, Purdie and Metz PLLC
Welcome to the College of Liberal Arts
As Coordinator of Student Recruitment for the College of Liberal Arts, I work with students, and their parents, who are interested in attending UM for their undergraduate degrees. I coordinate personalized visits to our departments, answer questions about the majors and programs in the CLA and handle all recruitment communications from the CLA. Please feel free to send me any questions you may have. It is my job to make sure you have everything you need to make an informed decision on where to spend your college career, and I hope it will be with the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Mississippi!
Annabelle Harris
CLA Coordinator of Student Recruitment
Future CLA Students
College of Liberal Arts Undergraduate Students
We invite future undergraduates to learn about the College of Liberal Arts, the value of the liberal arts education, our programs, career opportunities, and resources to help you succeed. You can also request a personalized degree sheet.
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