Overview

The Applied Anthropology MA program from San José State University aims to enable students to build on their knowledge of cultural anthropology, physical anthropology and archaeology to address real world problems and issues.

The program seeks to provide a structure through which students can develop as practitioners by working closely with faculty on projects that are often done in collaboration with regional organizations. Graduates of our program have secured positions in public, private, and non-profit organizations as researchers, designers, administrators, and program developers.

Graduates with Applied Anthropology from San José State University will:

Understand a range of anthropological research methods and be able to conduct research relevant to problem solving in various settings and for different clients or partners

Know basic models of applying anthropology in different settings and have the skills to be able to function as practitioners in several

Be knowledgeable about (a) the discipline of anthropology in general and how it contributes to understanding and improving contemporary society; and (b) a particular field of anthropology in greater depth

Be able to function effectively in at least one content area or domain of application

Understand personal, political, and ethical issues inherent in research and application

Develop professionally as practitioners with skills in contracting, project management, and budgeting, as well as the ability to communicate about project goals and findings and the discipline of anthropology to diverse audiences

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theory in Practice

Applications Core

Fields of Application

Quantitative Methods

Advanced Research Methods

Anthropology Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Jose, United States

Disciplines

Archaeology Anthropology History View 40 other Masters in Archaeology in United States

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 3.0 grade point average (B or better) in the last 60 semester units of undergraduate work and all Anthropology courses is required.

U.S. bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, or the completion of a 4-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized, accredited, and approved institution from a country outside of the U.S.

Good academic standing at the last institution attended.

English Language Proficiency Exam, if necessary.

A brief cover letter expressing interest in the M.A. Program in Applied Anthropology

A current curriculum vita or resume

Two signed letters of recommendation, at least one from an academic reference*

A 2-3 page letter of intent that addresses: (1) how your background prepares you for our program; and (2) how our program fits into your career plans

A sample of your academic writing (8 page minimum)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

10460 USD / year

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Out-of-State

10460 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

10460 USD / year

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Additional Details

Non-Resident Fees are charged an additional $444 per unit.

Living costs

San Jose

United States

1740 - 3150 USD / month

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Graduates with Applied Anthropology from San José State University will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Living costs

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