PhD in Archaeology in Columbia United States | University of Missouri

The Archaeology PhD program is tailored for students holding an MA in Archaeology or a related discipline from another institution. This program emphasizes the study of ancient Greek and Roman material culture, equipping graduates for university-level teaching and research positions in Archaeology and associated disciplines.

Typical completion time: 5 years.

PhD candidates are encouraged to spend a year at an external research institution (like the American Academy in Rome or the American School of Classical Studies at Athens), though this may extend the overall program duration.

Degree Requirements
72 graduate-level (7000) credit hours total, with a maximum of 30 transferable from an MA program
15 credits must be completed at the advanced seminar (8000) level
Residency requirement: Either two 9-hour semesters or three 6-hour semesters within an 18-month period at MU