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MA Anthropology at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln, United States

Programme overview

Study with nationally and internationally known scholar-teachers in archaeology (especially digital heritage), forensic anthropology, medical anthropology, museum studies, and human eco-dynamics. Anthropology is in the new School of Global Integrative Studies along with Geography and Global Studies.

Department: Anthropology  |  Duration: 30-36 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall and Spring (see deadlines)  |  Location: Lincoln, NE, United States

What you will study

Offered with Option A (thesis) and Option B (non-thesis) plans.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate Studies requirements for all programmes: online application, unofficial transcripts (all college-level records for international applicants), and verification of English proficiency if the applicant's native language is not English. Programme-specific: GRE (optional) Resume/CV Personal Statement: Letter of intent identifying educational and career goals. Faculty: We encourage you to contact a prospective advisor with whom you would like to work. Three letters of recommendation: At least two should come from professors or instructors who can speak to your academic abilities. Deadlines: Apply by January 1 for priority and funding consideration. Later applications received between then and March 15 will be reviewed as space and funding permits.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall and Spring (see deadlines)

Duration: 30-36 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://go.unl.edu/gradapp

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