BS Anthropology

Course Overview Advance your passion for anthropology with a flexible and individualized master's program at Illinois State. You will work closely with an advisor to design a curriculum that aligns with your professional goals, supported by our comprehensive four-field foundation. The program prepares you for a successful career or further doctoral studies through deep specialization and hands-on research. Key Program Highlights Customize your degree with a choice of five concentrations: Prehistoric Archaeology, Historical Archaeology, Biological Anthropology, Cultural Anthropology, or Japanese Studies. Gain hands-on experience by collaborating with faculty on original research projects and contributing to the field. Learn in a supportive environment with small class sizes, individualized attention, and access to modern labs, museum collections, and a field school. Pursue a unique applied track through the ACED Fellows Program for those focused on community and economic development. Prepare for diverse career paths or top-tier Ph.D. programs with a degree built on a strong, four-field anthropological foundation.