BA in Anthropology in Queens United States | Queens College, CUNY

A career as an academic or professional anthropologist isn't the only path for dedicated students - anthropology's distinctive cross-cultural perspective on human diversity may actually be the most insightful and pragmatic choice for liberal arts students. Students can effortlessly combine a general anthropology major or minor with various specialized courses tailored to specific career objectives, as demonstrated by our newly introduced specialized minors. For those prioritizing a strong liberal arts education, Anthropology provides an invaluable worldview that's becoming increasingly essential in today's evolving multicultural landscape.

ANTHROPOLOGY MAJOR. Anthropology majors can select between two pathways: general and pre-professional. The pre-professional track, requiring 39 credits, caters to students planning graduate studies in anthropology or similar fields. This intensive program demands more 300-level courses (including a seminar) than the general track, plus coursework in anthropological statistics. Both tracks offer the option to complete an honors thesis during the senior year.