ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Since our program launched in 2017, it has been recognized by multiple media outlets as one of the best online Anthropology programs in the country. This includes a #1 ranking from Successful Student, and a #2 ranking from Best Colleges in 2019 for best online Anthropology program. Additionally, we have also been deemed the most affordable Anthropology online program by Affordablecolleges.com for two years and Best Online Anthropology Bachelor’s degree by Guide to Online Schools in 2020.
Online Study
Online course availability is dependent on various factors. Standard course rotation patterns are listed in the UCF Undergraduate Catalog. The Undergraduate Coordinator can help students plan their schedules. While UCF Anthropology offers many electives, not all are taught in the fully online format. Questions regarding course online availability should be directed to the main office at anthro@ucf.edu.
Degree Requirements
Required Lower/Upper Core Courses:
9 lower level required credit hours
- ANT2140 Introduction to Archaeology
- ANT2410 Cultural Anthropology
- ANT2511 Biological Anthropology
12 upper level required credit hours
- ANT 3145 Archaeology of Complex Societies /
ANT 4153 North American Archaeology /
ANT 4105 Saving the Plundered Past - ANT 3610 Language and Culture
- ANT 4516 Human Biological Diversity /
ANT 4586C Human Origins - ANT 4034 History of Anthropological Thought
Area Study & Restricted Elective Courses:
3 credit hours of Area Study
Any 3000 or 4000 level area study course will fulfill this requirement. Area study courses are focused on a particular region or place.
21 credit hours of Restricted Electives
Students must take 21 credit hours (7 courses) of Anthropology (ANT) courses offered at the 3000 or 4000 level to meet this requirement.
***ANT 3163 Mesoamerican Archaeology will apply to the Gordon Rule Writing Requirement.
Anthropology B.A. CatalogOther Program Requirements
- Foreign Language Requirement
- Residency Requirement (A minimum of 30 credit hours must by ANT at the 3000-4000 level completed at UCF; transfer classes will NOT fulfill this requirement)
- Anthropology Exit Exam
- University requirements: completed a minimum of 120 semester hours and you have 42-48 hours of upper level courses (3000-4000 level), depending on your catalog year.
- Students must earn at least a grade of C (2.0) in each required course and should consult with a college advisor to ensure that adequate progress is being made toward program completion. Individuals interested in pursuing an online degree in anthropology should consult the online UCF catalog for a complete list of the core requirements.
Contact Information
For additional information about the online anthropology major contact the Anthropology Undergraduate Coordinator or email anthro@ucf.edu.
For admissions information, please visit Undergraduate Admissions.
For questions regarding university requirements or tuition, please visit UCF Online.
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