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PhD Anthropology at University of California, Santa Cruz

University of California, Santa Cruz, United States

Programme overview

The anthropology doctoral program at UCSC consists of three tracks: cultural anthropology, anthropological archaeology, and biological anthropology. Although applicants are accepted only for the doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) program, students may obtain an en route master of arts (M.A.) degree after fulfilling specific requirements during the first two years.

Faculty: Social Sciences Division  |  Department: Anthropology  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Santa Cruz, CA, United States

What you will study

Required courses listed in the catalogue include Archaeology Graduate Core Course: History of Archaeological Theory, Current Directions in Archaeological Theory, Skeletal Biology, Advanced Ceramic Analysis, Introduction to Geographic Information Systems for Anthropology, Osteology of Mammals, Birds, and Fish.

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Application information

Domestic applicants: USD 13,722 a year (2026-27). UC graduate academic student Tuition for California residents (rate band for academic graduate programmes). Excludes Student Services Fee, campus fees and UC SHIP health insurance. Non-residents additionally pay Nonresident Supplemental Tuition of $15,102 Source

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