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Medical anthropology is a branch of anthropology that integrates biological and cultural perspectives to examine human health. Unlike other health disciplines, it uniquely explores how evolutionary background interacts with contemporary cultural, economic, and political factors to influence health disparities and disease susceptibility. At Ohio State's medical anthropology program, learners acquire competencies to address critical health issues across diverse cultural environments worldwide.
Applicant must have successful completion of university preparatory courses, high school performance (class rank or GPA), including participation in accelerated programs like Honors, AP and IB; Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for class rank or GPA, Ability and desire to contribute to and engage with a diverse campus community, Experiences that demonstrate leadership or engaged involvement, Status as a first-generation university student, Demonstration of outstanding talent in a particular area and High school performance if adversely affected by physical, mental or learning environment factors. English proficiency level TOEFL: 79 or higher on the internet-based test, 550 or higher on the paper-based test and IELTS: 6.5 or higher