PhD Anthropology at University of Utah

Programme overview

This is an excellent program for those desiring a better understanding of the human biological and cultural experience through time and space. Anthropologists work hand-in-hand with other sciences such as biology, physiology, sociology, and psychology—just to name a few.

Faculty: Coll of Soc & Behavioral Sci | Duration: 30 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Salt Lake City, UT, United States

What you will study

The programme is 30 credit hours. Dissertation and Final Examination All students are required to take a qualifying examination by the end of their fourth FTE semester in this department. The exam consists of a written component (6-8 essays written in 2 four-hour sessions) followed within 10 business days by an oral examination. It is generally expected that all required courses will be completed prior to the examination. A dissertation consisting of a report of substantial and

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Application information

Entry requirements

Complete a Master's degree in Anthropology or closely related field at another university, or pass the department's master's-level qualifying examination. GRE score in all categories in the 70th percentile at least. 500-word statement outlining professional objectives and identifying a proposed faculty sponsor. Formal support of at least two regular faculty members. Continuous registration (3 credit hours minimum) fall and spring until graduation. Two consecutive semesters of full-time (9+ credit hours) registration.

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.

Graduate applicants must meet the application deadlines and academic standards set by their academic department or programme; entry terms are set by each programme.

Graduate deadlines are set by each academic programme. The non-refundable graduate application fee is $55 for domestic applicants and $65 for international applicants.

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.utah.edu/admissions/

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