Anthropology – Purdue University

The Department of Anthropology at Purdue West Lafayette admits students to a doctoral program, and a non-degree option exists as well. A prior master's degree is expected for entry. Degree-seeking applicants send transcripts, three recommendation letters, a statement of purpose, a personal history statement, a writing sample and a curriculum vitae. The CV should highlight research-related skills such as language competence, technical or lab experience and earlier projects. Applied anthropology candidates may draw letters from employers who can describe their academic ability. Doctoral applicants need a cumulative average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Admission is for fall only, with one December date for both domestic and international applicants. Prospective students can contact the program office by email or phone using the details on the graduate admissions page. The program website gives further information about faculty, research areas and what to expect from the course of study, and applicants should read it before submitting an application.