Graduate Programs

Master's Program Requirements

Graduate Specialization Programs in the M.A. in Anthropology Degree (Optional):

Graduate students who have a research interest in one of the following areas can tailor their graduate studies to focus on their research interest through enrolling in one of these Graduate Specialization programs in Anthropology. A Graduate Specialization is optional; graduate students are not required to

enroll in a Graduate Specialization.

The Anthropology of Health and Well-being Graduate Specialization:
Thesis Option, Plan A
Portfolio Option, Plan B

Humans and the Environment Graduate Specialization:

Thesis Option, Plan A
Portfolio Option, Plan B

Professional Methods and Techniques Graduate Specialization:
Thesis Option, Plan A
Portfolio Option, Plan B

International Development Graduate Specialization:
Thesis Option, Plan A
Portfolio Option, Plan B

List of Methods Courses

Master's Program Timeline and Information; Cultural Anthropology and International Development Specialization

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Master of Arts in Anthropology

The MA degree in Anthropology is intended to serve two principle needs:

1. Preparation for entrance to a Ph.D. program
2. Preparation for professional service in one of the three anthropological subdisciplines practiced at Colorado State University

In the latter case, that preparation takes place in the context of the student being expected to develop competence both as a general anthropologist and as a practitioner of one of the available specialty areas. Students have the option, within the foregoing constraints, of developing individualized plans leading to the award of the MA.

Students also have the option of choosing between writing a thesis or taking a comprehensive written exam as the principle demonstration of their preparedness for further study or professional work.

 

Master's Program Application Information

General information

• All application materials must be received by February 1^st for the fall semester of the same calendar year. For example, to apply for Fall 2013, application materials will need to be received in full by February 1^st, 2013
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• All materials, with the exception of transcripts, should be submitted electronically to the following address:Cla-anthro_info@mail.colostate.edu.
  

Graduate School Requirements

• U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents see Page 7 of the Graduate and Professional Bulletin for specific details.
• International students see Section D.5 of the Graduate and Professional Bulletin for specific details.
• Application Form
• Non-refundable Application Fee
• A grade point average of 3.0 (A=4.0) is required by University regulation for admission.
• One official transcript from each institution attended where credits were earned. Transcripts should be sent to:
  Colorado State University
  Department of Anthropology
  1787 Campus Delivery
  Fort Collins, CO 80523-1787
• CSU students must provide an "unofficial transcript."

Department of Anthropology Requirements - Submit electronically

• Official results of the Graduate Record Examination Aptitude Test (GRE) scores. Requests for GRE scores should be made directly through the Educational Testing Service (http://www.ets.org/) and sent to Colorado State University. Please do not consider a request on the test form at the time of taking the GRE to be adequate or official to process the request for your GRE scores.
• For International students - official scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) are required.
• Written "statement of purpose" describing what the applicant wishes to study, the subdiscipline of study (archaeology, biological anthropology, cultural anthropology, or a combination).
• Writing sample (term paper, honors thesis, or senior thesis) which best expresses the applicant's writing ability.
• Resume
• Three letters of recommendation (two of which must be from faculty who have supervised the student's work).
  • The applicant must contact the references and have them e-mail their letter of recommendation directly to Cla-anthro_info@mail.colostate.edu
  • It is your responsibility to secure your own recommendations and contact the individuals directly. Even though the graduate school admissions office may contact the individuals you have designated for recommendations, you must contact them yourself to ensure your requests are received and their letters reach the Anthropology department.
• If an applicant does not have a major or minor in Anthropology or a minimum of one course in each of the three subfields (archaeology, biological anthropology, and cultural anthropology), the student will be required to complete one introductory course in each of the subfields in which the deficiency occurs. Students with such deficiencies will be notified at the time of acceptance into the program. If you have questions, please contact the department at: Cla-anthro_info@mail.colostate.edu

Graduate School Requirements

• You also should visit the CSU Graduate School web site for information about their requirements, deadlines, and financial aid.

Useful Links:

Anthropology Graduate Student Society (AGSS)

Graduate School Information

The Political Economy Graduate Interdisciplinary Studies Program (Certificate)

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