Wake Forest University

Anthropology, B.A.

Winston-Salem, United StatesTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • No application fee

About Anthropology, B.A.

Tuition fees for Anthropology, B.A. are 63,608 USD per year.

This program is a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology. It provides a foundation in the discipline's four main subfields: archaeology, biological anthropology, cultural anthropology, and linguistic anthropology. Students engage with core theoretical concepts and methods, including a student-faculty seminar, and are encouraged to participate in field research training.

Focus areas include Archaeology, Biological Anthropology, Cultural Anthropology, Linguistic Anthropology.

The major requires a minimum of 33 credit hours, distributed across foundational courses in the four subfields, anthropological theory, a student-faculty seminar, and a required methods course. Students may also earn credit through internships, community-based research, or individual study.

A minimum GPA of 2.0 in anthropology courses is required at the time the major is declared and for graduation. For Honors designation, a 3.5 GPA in anthropology is required.

The programme totals about 33 credit hours. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 22% of applicants.

About Wake Forest University

Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, founded in 1834, is a private institution known for a close-knit academic community and strong undergraduate focus. With about 8,950 students and 750 international learners, Wake Forest combines liberal arts traditions with professional preparation across roughly 42 programs. The campus atmosphere emphasizes mentorship, small class sizes and collaborative research that let students form meaningful relationships with faculty.

Academic offerings stress critical thinking, experiential learning and career readiness through internships, study abroad and on-campus research. Robust student services include international student advising, English support, career counseling and well-established alumni networks that help graduates transition into competitive job markets. Campus life balances academic energy with clubs, arts, athletics and community engagement.

Admissions teams provide clear guidance for international applicants on applications, visas and scholarship opportunities. Wake Forest’s emphasis on individualized attention makes it well-suited for students who value close mentorship, leadership development and a well-rounded collegiate experience. The university’s combination of academic rigor and personalized support creates a strong foundation for global careers and lifelong connections.

Anthropology, B.A.: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the fees for Bachelor in Anthropology (Bachelor's)?
Tuition: USD 63,608 per year.
Is Bachelor in Anthropology (Bachelor's) available online?
This is an on-campus program at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem.

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