Lexington,
KY,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Applied Anthropology in Lexington United States | University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky
|
Lexington United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
33,548
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Arts in Applied Anthropology at the University of Kentucky equips students to utilize anthropological theories, methods, and practices in addressing practical challenges, while preparing them for professional careers or advanced academic pursuits. This program leverages the department's extensive research expertise across multiple disciplines (additional details available online) and focuses on developing theoretical knowledge, practical application, and expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. The curriculum offers three specialization tracks: Archaeology, Cultural Anthropology, and Medical Anthropology, with students required to specify their chosen concentration during the application process.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
CV
Please provide an updated curriculum vitae containing information on your academic and professional accomplishments and experiences.
Personal Statement
For MA applicants, discuss how you think the applied MA suits your particular professional and career goals and discuss why the University of Kentucky's Department of Anthropology is a good fit.
For PhD applicants, please describe your research interests and a potential dissertation project. Also, list faculty members with whom you would like to work. If applicable, discuss any training or experience you have had that relates to your research interests. Finally, why is the University of Kentucky's Department of Anthropology a good fit for you? (no more than two single-spaced pages).
Writing sample
Upload two (2) writing samples, preferably in the form of a term paper or an extensive essay. If you have completed an undergraduate thesis or a Master's thesis, you may submit one or two chapters only. Please DO NOT submit an entire thesis, an entire archaeology site report, nor other lengthy document.
Three letters of recommendation The GRE is not required for admission to this program during the 2021-2022 academic year. For the Graduate School, the minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 550 (paper-based) 213 (computer-based), or 79 (internet-based). The minimum IELTS score is 6.5
An overall grade point average of 2.75 on undergraduate work and 3.00 on all graduate work is required by the Graduate School.
Please provide an updated curriculum vitae containing information on your academic and professional accomplishments and experiences.
Personal Statement
For MA applicants, discuss how you think the applied MA suits your particular professional and career goals and discuss why the University of Kentucky's Department of Anthropology is a good fit.
For PhD applicants, please describe your research interests and a potential dissertation project. Also, list faculty members with whom you would like to work. If applicable, discuss any training or experience you have had that relates to your research interests. Finally, why is the University of Kentucky's Department of Anthropology a good fit for you? (no more than two single-spaced pages).
Writing sample
Upload two (2) writing samples, preferably in the form of a term paper or an extensive essay. If you have completed an undergraduate thesis or a Master's thesis, you may submit one or two chapters only. Please DO NOT submit an entire thesis, an entire archaeology site report, nor other lengthy document.
Three letters of recommendation The GRE is not required for admission to this program during the 2021-2022 academic year. For the Graduate School, the minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 550 (paper-based) 213 (computer-based), or 79 (internet-based). The minimum IELTS score is 6.5
An overall grade point average of 2.75 on undergraduate work and 3.00 on all graduate work is required by the Graduate School.
Tuition
USD
33,548