MA Applied Anthropology at Columbia University

Programme overview

The M.A. in Applied Anthropology applies anthropological theory and ethnographic methods to human problems and social justice. It serves recent undergraduates and working professionals and uses New York City organizations for applied research and field study.

Faculty: Teachers College | Department: Anthropology and Education (International and Transcultural Studies) | Duration: 1.5 years full-time or 4-5 semesters part-time (32 points) | Intake: Spring, Summer, Fall; full-time or part-time, campus-based | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Foundational core courses in anthropological theory and research methods; 12 points of specialised electives; a required semester-long practicum with an external agency; and an integrative project with tangible deliverables.

Career pathways

International development, urban policy, public health, human rights, environmental sustainability, and business and design anthropology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Online application with statement of purpose and resume; transcripts or course-by-course evaluations for all undergraduate and graduate coursework; two letters of recommendation; accepted English proficiency exam results where applicable; $75 application fee. Deadlines: Spring Nov 15; Summer final Jun 1; Fall final Jul 1 (priority Jan 15 for Summer/Fall).

Intake: Spring, Summer, Fall; full-time or part-time, campus-based

Duration: 1.5 years full-time or 4-5 semesters part-time (32 points)

Apply through the official page: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/admissions/

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