Utah Valley University

What you'll study

Students study core domains of anthropology—cultural anthropology, archaeology, biological/physical anthropology, and linguistic anthropology—alongside methods courses in fieldwork, qualitative interviewing, and data analysis. The curriculum typically includes theory on cultural change and globalization, material culture and artifact analysis, human evolution and bioethics, and research design with opportunities for hands-on projects or community-engaged fieldwork.

Entry requirements

Admission follows standard undergraduate criteria: a high school diploma or equivalent for first-year applicants, or transferable college credits for transfer students. Applicants should demonstrate readiness for college-level reading and writing; some students prepare through introductory social science coursework or research experience. Departmental advising can clarify elective choices and any prerequisites.

Career prospects

Graduates pursue careers in cultural resource management and archaeology, public history and museums, nonprofit and community organizing, government and policy roles, market and user research, and educational settings. Many alumni also continue to professional or graduate study in fields such as museum studies, public anthropology, archaeology, public health, or law where anthropological skills—research design, cross-cultural communication, and critical thinking—are valued.

Scholarships & funding angle

Students should explore institution-wide undergraduate scholarships, departmental awards, and research grants that support field projects or conference travel. Financial support may also be available through work-study, internships with local museums or cultural institutions, and external fellowships for undergraduate research. Early contact with faculty advisors and the university's financial aid office helps identify applicable opportunities and application steps.