Program Overview
The Anthropology at Kent State University is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Anthropology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 19,362 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 11,090 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Kent, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Anthropology programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Problems of Biological Anthropology
- Problems in World Prehistory
- Problems in Cultural Anthropology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Passport Biographical Page
- English Language Proficiency scores
- Secondary School Graduation Certificate/Diploma/Attending Certificate (Certified English translation and original language)
- Secondary School Transcripts/detailed mark sheets (Certified English translation and original language)
- Additional documents if required *Check website for specific majors\' selective requirements
- Financial guarantee (bank statements) that show sufficient funds to cover educational and living expenses.*
- Kent State University Financial Information Worksheet (PDF)*
- *Financial documents are only required after acceptance.
- Include the student\'s full name and Kent State ID when sending documents.
- For faster processing, all the documents should be scanned as one multi-page PDF (the size of the PDF file should be within 5MB) and sent to the International Admissions Office through intladm@kent.edu.
- If you attended a U.S. institution, we must have official transcripts for admissions purposes. We cannot accept copies.
- Mailing the application is also acceptable for international applicants to the address here:
- Please remember that it is your responsibility to check your application status to ensure that we have received all documents. You should allow three weeks for the status of your application to be updated and please note that items sent to Kent State become the property of the university and will not be returned.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 19,362 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 11,090 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 19,362 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 11,090 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Kent State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Kent State University
Kent State University
Kent, United States
Kent State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2016-06-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 6