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Anthropology, PhD at Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University, United States

Programme overview

The Anthropology PhD admits a small cohort each year, supporting close work between students and faculty. The department also supports students aiming for non-academic research careers.

Faculty: Zanvyl Krieger School of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Anthropology  |  Duration: About 3 years in residence plus 1+ year field research and a final dissertation year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Baltimore, MD, United States

What you will study

Students complete twelve courses in the first three years, including the Proseminar, a methods course in year two, a first-year exam, exploratory fieldwork in the first summer, and two comprehensive essays. Reading knowledge of a relevant foreign language is required before comprehensive exams.

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Application information

Advanced Academic Programs charges a $90 non-refundable application fee per programme application for Summer 2027 and later terms.

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