Program Overview
The Anthropology at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is a MA programme in Social Sciences, 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 818 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 410 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Texas City, 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
- Anthropological Method and Theory
- Indians of North America
- Great Discoveries in Archaeology
- Anthropology of Borders
- Shipwrecks, Pirates and the Sea: An Introduction to Maritime Archaeology and History
- Conquistadors and Indian Chiefs of the Borderlands: A Comparative Colonialism of Northern New Spain
- Food and Culture
- Medical Anthropology
- Political and Legal Anthropology
- Environmental Anthropology
- Discovering the Rio Grande Valley
- Field Experience of the Borderlands
- Mexican American Culture
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Review and submit all Program Requirements:
- Earned baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a recognized international equivalent in a field similar to that of the graduate program.
- \xc2\xa0Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0.
- Official transcripts from each institution attended (must be submitted directly to UTRGV).
- Personal statement detailing professional goals and reasons for pursuing the graduate degree.
- Resume including educational background and work experience.
- GRE General Test. GRE test scores are valid for 5 years. A waiver of the GRE requirement will be granted to applicants who show proof of completing a graduate degree (master\xc2\x92s or doctoral).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 818 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 410 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 818 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 410 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley 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 The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, United States
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-04-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English