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Why Study Anthropology
At Hofstra, anthropology isn’t confined to the classroom; it’s lived, observed, and experienced across one of the world’s most diverse regions. You’ll study humanity from every angle, connecting discoveries from the field to the global cultures that surround New York City. Courses span archaeology, biological and cultural anthropology, and one of the region’s only Food Studies minors, letting you explore everything from ancient civilizations to the politics of what we eat today.
You’ll learn to decode culture, to see how meaning, identity, and power shape daily life. Fieldwork, research, and close mentorship prepare you to think like a global citizen and act with insight, whether you pursue careers in international development, health, education, or sustainability.
Explore Humanity Up Close
Study cultures, communities, and human stories through hands-on research and real-world discovery.
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In small, engaging classes, students learn about people and cultures around the world. They come to understand how humans have evolved from early primates to our current complex societies by examining the development of language, medicine, food, and religion.
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES & PROGRAMS
BA in Anthropology Minor in AnthropologyUNDERGRADUATE COURSES
AnthropologyCareer Path & Outcomes
A Hofstra degree from the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs provides students with a broad education that can lead to successful careers in numerous areas, such as nonprofits, corporations, government agencies, museums, and human and social services agencies. Students may also continue their studies at prestigious institutions around the country.
Digging for Stories
The glass bottles, tobacco pipe stems, buttons, ceramic fragments, and animal remains unearthed at Rock Hall Museum reveal a compelling story, and Hofstra University anthropology students are proud to help tell it.
Find more information in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook.
What can I do with my degree?
Anthropologists and archaeologists may be found in many professional settings, including:
- Corporations
- Government
- Educational institutions
- Museums
- Nonprofit organizations
Your Future With Anthropology
96%
Recent social science graduates reported being employed or pursuing graduate school within one year after graduation
90%
Employed respondents secured their first position within six months after graduation
Anthropology in Action
Internships
Students are encouraged to pursue local internships (ANTH 190 A-Z). Our majors have interned at the Brooklyn Museum; the American Museum of Natural History; and nonprofits, including Pratt Area Community Council, Make the Road New York, and Mothers On the Move. Many also work with the MAPP project, a Columbia—Hofstra public archaeology partnership. About 72% of Hofstra social science majors complete at least one internship.
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