The MA in Anthropology program offers courses in cultural anthropology, biological anthropology, archaeology, and anthropological linguistics, in order to prepare students for careers in research, teaching and applied fields.
Master of Arts (MA) in Anthropology
30 credits
You must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for admission. Meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance to the program.
While specific career paths and salaries can vary based on factors such as experience, location, and industry demand, here are ten potential career paths for individuals with an MA in Anthropology in New York City (NYC), along with approximate average salaries:
Teaching at universities or conducting research in anthropology.
Salary Range: Salaries can range from $50,000 to $100,000+ per year depending on the institution, position, and experience.
Conducting ethnographic research, often for academic institutions or consulting firms.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $70,000
Working with communities or government agencies to bridge cultural gaps and facilitate communication.
Salary Range: $40,000 - $70,000
Preserving and protecting historical or cultural sites, often working with government agencies or nonprofits.
Salary Range: Varies, typically $50,000 - $70,000
Applying anthropological insights to areas like organizational culture, diversity, and employee relations.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $80,000
Analyzing consumer behavior, trends, and market dynamics for companies or research firms.
Salary Range: Varies, $50,000 to $80,000
Managing collections, exhibitions, and research in museums or cultural institutions.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $80,000
Working in social or cultural organizations, managing programs, outreach, or research.
Salary Range: $40,000 - $70,000
Studying social and cultural factors impacting health outcomes.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $70,000
Incorporating anthropological perspectives into city planning, community development, or policy-making.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $90,000
Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Hunter College may consider late applications on a rolling basis pending space is still available in the program.
Fall | Spring |
April 1 | October 15 |
Some programs may extend their application deadlines beyond those listed above. Please contact Graduate Admissions for specific information. For information on how to apply, click the link below.
Applicants whose native language is not English and who have taken all or part of their undergraduate education in a country where English is not the native language are required to submit scores on the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The following minimum scores must be obtained: