MA 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 and research interests. 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 completing a thesis.
• Learn in a supportive environment with small class sizes, individualized attention, and access to modern labs and museum collections.
• Unique opportunity to apply your skills through the Applied Community and Economic Development (ACED) Fellows Program.
• Build a strong foundation for a professional career or entry into top-tier Ph.D. programs.