Anthropology (B.A., B.S.)

Departmental Requirements (18 hours)

All Anthropology majors MUST take the following 6 courses to gain an understanding of the breadth of the discipline.

• ANTH 210 - Cultural Anthropology (C) [SGR #3] 3 cr
• ANTH 220 - Physical Anthropology [SGR #3] 3 cr
• ANTH 230 - Introduction to Archaeology (C) [SGR #3] 3 cr
• ANTH 280 - Socio-Cultural Theory 3 cr
• ANTH 485 - Practice of Anthropology 3 cr (Capstone course taken in junior year)
• ANTH 490 - Seminar (C) 2-3 cr

Additional Requirements (12 hours)

After completion of introductory courses, students will complete their major by taking 12 hours of ANTH elective courses, 9 hours of which are 300 level or above. Elective courses may focus on a single sub-discipline (Cultural, Physical or Archaeology) or majors may elect courses providing a broader range of the entire discipline.

Students who want additional coursework in Archaeology are encouraged to pursue an Archaeology minor.

Four-Year Program Guides and Costs

USD encourages students to take 15 credits per semester or 30 credits within the year in order to graduate in 4 years. To help students complete their academic degree program in four years, we provide a sample academic plan. Please work with your academic advisor to confirm your plan. 

• Anthropology, B.A. 4-year plan guide  
• Anthropology, B.S. 4-year plan guide