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Anthropology

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Study aspects of society like biology, location and language to better understand the human condition.

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You’ll examine humanity in all its complexity, across time and around the globe. You’ll learn to look at modern problems through a cross-cultural lens, gaining the knowledge and empathy needed to address real-world challenges with people-centered solutions.

Programs Offered

Sample Courses

  • Introduction to Archaeology
  • Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
  • Animals, Religion and Culture

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Core Curriculum

Your success is at our Core. TCU’s Core Curriculum prepares you to live and work in today’s ever-evolving diverse and global society. It encourages you to be intellectually curious and ask big questions about the world and your place in it.

Special Admission Requirements

There are no special admissions requirements for this program.

What Sets Us Apart

Anthropology is all about people. Likewise, the anthropology program at TCU focuses on our people — including our students, faculty, staff and community. Through one-on-one mentorship and community partnerships with local philanthropies, you’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in exciting and valuable learning opportunities on campus and beyond.

Career Prospects

You’ll graduate with an in-depth knowledge of human behavior, which can lead to amazing careers in business, hospitality, technology and more. Our alumni currently work as congressional aids, writers, ethnographers, scholars and museum educators.

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