MA in Public Anthropology in Boston United States | Boston University

The Master's in Public Anthropology (MAPA) equips students with foundational anthropological knowledge and an understanding of cross-cultural perspectives for professional applications. This program caters to current professionals or aspiring practitioners in fields like healthcare, education, media, legal services, environmental conservation, community support for displaced populations, agricultural development, or policy assessment. The curriculum builds upon students' undergraduate education, strengthening their professional value either in their current roles or for diverse career opportunities such as positions with nonprofits, government advisory roles, or consulting in corporate, healthcare, and academic sectors.

Program participants must successfully finish at least eight graduate-level courses (32 credits) while maintaining a minimum 3.0 (B) cumulative GPA throughout their studies.