Anthropology B.A., B.S.
Anthropology is the study and understanding of humans throughout time, including the effects of culture on individuals and of individuals on their society.
Program Overview
The anthropology program is housed in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Students may major in anthropology or they may combine the study of anthropology with other majors or minors. The following degrees are offered in anthropology:
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
A certificate in applied anthropology is also available to degree-seeking students.
Why Study Anthropology at Grand Valley?
- The anthropology program regularly sponsors locally based field schools in archaeology and cultural anthropology.
- Opportunities for fieldwork and abroad are available with faculty.
- Postfield independent research opportunities are available through the anthropology lab.
- The Anthropology Club offers a community for students interested in anthropology and for organizing cultural and educational events.
- The department awards scholarships and offers membership in the national anthropology honor society, Lambda Alpha.
- The anthropology department has outstanding faculty. Please visit gvsu.edu/s/09E to meet them.
- A certificate in applied anthropology teaches students marketable skills.
- Business Insider notes anthropologists are hired by such companies as Microsoft and Google for "cultural expertise".
Helpful Links
For More Information
Department of Anthropology
gvsu.edu/anthropology
231
Lake Michigan Hall
(616) 331-2325
Location & Format
Undergraduate students in this major study at Grand Valley's Allendale Campus.
Format:- Face To Face
Coursework
Core coursework includes the following:
- Archaeology
- Anthropological theory
- Bioanthropology
- Cultural anthropology
- Human origins
- Practicing anthropology
Career Options
Anthropologists enjoy a variety of career options, including working with:
- Archaeology agencies
- Consumer groups
- Developing countries
- Environmental groups
- International agencies
- Law firms
- Minority and women's groups
- Museums
Visit gvsu.edu/anthropology for more career options.
“We have expanded the program to give students hands-on experience working in the local community and in countries around the world. Students come to GVSU specifically for the anthropology program.”
PROFESSOR, ANTHROPOLOGY