Overview

Programs for the master's degree in Anthropology at University of Wisconsin Madison are intended to build professional competence in the field of concentration. Thorough undergraduate preparation is assumed. Basic training in archaeology, biological anthropology, and sociocultural anthropology, taken as an undergraduate major in anthropology, is recommended. Specific requirements vary for each concentration.

Concentrations within the major are available in archaeology, social and cultural anthropology, biological anthropology, or an intersectional degree track. Occasionally students have special interests that can be pursued only through a combined program involving two or more of the sub disciplines within the program. Examples might include paleoanthropology, ethno archaeology, or biocultural anthropology. The department thus offers an intersectional degree track as an option for these special cases.

Key Facts

Articulates, critiques, or elaborates the theories, research methods, and approaches to inquiry or schools of practice in either biological, archaeological, or cultural anthropology.
Identifies relevant data and assembles evidence pertaining to questions or challenges in one of the three subfields of anthropology taught in this department.
Demonstrates understanding of the primary field of study in historical, social, or global/transnational contexts as revealed in the qualifying exam.
Selects and/or utilizes the most appropriate methodologies and practices in the sub-discipline.
Evaluates or synthesizes information pertaining to questions or challenges in one of the three subfields of anthropology taught in this department.
Communicates clearly in ways appropriate to the field of study.
Follows ethical principles of the discipline including respect and sensitivity to host cultures and communities, inclusiveness and diversity, civility and collegiality, and zero tolerance for sexual harassment.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Archaeology and the Prehistoric World

Cultural Anthropology and Human Diversity

Biological Anthropology

Archaeology

Social Medicine

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Madison, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or a comparable degree from an international institution
Completed graduate application
Personal essays
Professional recommendations
Official transcripts
Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) score
English proficiency
Application fee

Tuition Fees

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25732 USD / year

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25732 USD / year

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12404 USD / year

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Minnesota Resident: $20,714

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1015 - 1752 USD / month

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