Program Overview
The Anthropology at University of Southern Mississippi is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 24 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Hattiesburg, 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
- A completed application
- Transcripts from all undergraduate institutions attended
- (3) letters of recommendation
- A Statement of Purpose (SOP): An essay of 2-3 pages that discusses the following::
- What topics or questions interest you and how those are related to anthropology?
- How your background and experiences have prepared you for graduate school?
- Why the USM Anthropology program is well-designed to help you achieve your goals for
graduate school?
- Additional notes on the SOP: Your statement lets us lets us get to know you beyond grades and previous coursework. This is your opportunity to tell us a bit more about yourself, your research interests, what your professional and personal goals are, and importantly, how our program will help you attain them. Most students spend more time on their Statement of Purpose than anything else in the application despite its short length. Don’t be afraid to ask your professors, classmates, family or friends for feedback, and give yourself plenty of time and space for writing this critical component of your graduate application. A great Statement of Purpose is one that is focused, well-written, and makes it clear that USM is a good fit for you—and that you’re a good fit for us!
- CV or Resume
- A Writing Sample: An academic paper on a topic in anthropology of interest to you;
it should be about 10 pages in length, written in English, and use a standard citation
style.
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- Additional notes on the Writing Sample: The writing sample helps us to evaluate your ability to demonstrate your research skills and present your findings, as you will be asked to do in your graduate career. The sample should be academic in nature (usually something you have written for a class as an undergraduate), and show that you can
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Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Fill out online application.
- A statement of purpose, describing what you wish to gain from graduate study in Anthropology and how the program will help you achieve those goals.
- A writing sample.
- Three letters of recommendation from persons familiar with the applicant\'s academic background and qualified to assess the applicant\'s readiness for graduate study.
- Transcripts from all previous graduate and undergraduate coursework.
- GRE scores (Verbal, Quantitative, Writing) from within the last five years.
- Other materials, such as a curriculum vitae or resume, that the student wishes to be considered.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southern Mississippi 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 University of Southern Mississippi
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, United States
University of Southern Mississippi is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-05-18
- Start Date 2018-08-15
- Language English
- Duration 24 months