Overview

The Theological and Cultural Anthropology program at Eastern University provides a set of core classes in the best anthropology and theology, and can be tailored to students' interests, with electives in education, business, biblical studies, theology, ethics, missiology, leadership, linguistics, spiritual formation, and more.

Features

A faith-based approach to anthropology: Drawing on both theological and scientific anthropologies, students are prepared to understand people and cultures in a holistic perspective, including the spiritual aspect.
Excellence in academic study: The primary theories and concepts in anthropology, as articulated by the most renowned anthropologists, are critically examined and put into dialogue with excellent theological thinking.
Practical application: Cross-cultural study is uniquely relevant to the modern globalized world. A wide variety of organizations, from the church to business and government, appreciate the value added by a trained anthropologist. The combination of theology and anthropology is especially valued by Christian agencies.
Preparation for doctoral programs in anthropology: Many doctoral programs prefer a previously earned master’s degree. They may also wish to see a sample of writing, such as a thesis, as part of their application process. This program includes the writing of a master’s thesis under the careful instruction of a mentor.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Integrated Anthropological Theory
Theology of Culture
Epistemological Insights for Anthropological Practice
Faith-Based Ethnographic Methods
On Knowing Humanity Colloquium
Thesis in Theological and Cultural Anthropology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 16 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-28 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: Eastern operates on rolling admissions, which means there are no application deadlines.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

Anthropology Philosophy Theology and Religious Studies View 86 other Masters in Philosophy in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

You must have a bachelor’s degree from an institutionally accredited and endorsed by CHEA institution with an overall grade-point average of 2.5 or better.
One class in the Introduction to Cultural Anthropology is required, with a grade of C or better. Candidates lacking the introductory course may take it online through Eastern University in the summer before enrolling.
Application: Completed and signed
Two Recommendations: One professional and one academic.
Official Transcript(s) from the degree conferring undergraduate institution you have attended.
Current Resume
Statement of Purpose
Faith Statement

Tuition Fee

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International

26070 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 790 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

26070 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 790 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

26070 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 790 USD per credit during 12 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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