Online Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology
Complete your degree 100% online with the same faculty, curriculum and accreditation as SJSU on-campus students.
Solve Social, Economic and Political Challenges
A Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology is a passport to becoming a skilled problem-solver, cultural ambassador, forensic sleuth, social justice advocate or archaeological explorer.
Anthropological skills are in demand at a wide range of organizations like Caltrans, Facebook, Kaiser Permanente, the U.S. National Park Service, the Walt Disney Company and many more.
Program Information
Modality
Online
Program Format
8-week courses · 5 terms year-round
Program Length
2 years · 60 units
Cost Per Unit
$525* for Fall 2026 · Financial aid and scholarships available
Applications Open
February 1 – July 15 for Fall A start
Start Terms
Fall A · Spring A · Summer
How to Apply
General Requirements
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Complete at least 60 transferable semester or 90 quarter units. A maximum of 70 semester units from community colleges can be transferred toward the degree. Depending on the program, you could have as few as 50 semester units at the time of application.
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Complete all four CSU-approved general education requirements with a grade C- or higher.
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(A1) Oral Communication/Speech
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(A2) Written English Composition
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(A3) Critical Thinking/Logic
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(B4) Math/Quantitative Reasoning
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Have an overall grade point average of 2.0 or better.
Out-of-State Eligibility
If you live outside of California, check whether our program is approved to accept an application from you.
Students from Oregon enrolled in an SJSU Online and Professional Education program will be subject to Oregon State requirements for transferring course works. Specifically, a grade of “C” or better must be earned in all General Education courses.
Graduation Requirement
Complete all CSU Lower Division General Education requirements.
To view the program's courses, roadmap and more, visit the Anthropology, BA catalog webpage.
To Begin in August (Fall Term A):
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Apply between February 1 – July 1.
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Complete admissions requirements by no later than the previous Spring term.
To Begin in January (Spring Term A):
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Apply between August 1 – November 1.
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Complete admissions requirements by no later than the previous Fall term.
To Begin in June (Summer Term):
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Apply between December 1 – April 1.
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Complete admissions requirements by no later than the previous Fall term.
Choose an Application Cycle
Review the application cycle dates and deadlines for this program to determine what timeline works best for you. We admit applicants on a rolling basis, so you should apply as early as you can during your preferred application cycle to secure your spot while it's still available.
Prepare Your Transcripts
Gather your transcripts from the colleges or universities where you have been enrolled so you can easily enter that information on your application and maximize the number of credits you transfer. All academic information you report on your application must be verified with your official transcripts. Any discrepancy affecting your eligibility could result in the withdrawal of your application or admission.
Review the Admission Requirements
Review our general admission requirements any program-specific admission requirements to ensure you can submit a strong application. If you don't meet all of the requirements at this time, our Enrollment Counseling team will happily work with you to get you in a position to submit a successful application in the near future.
Meet with Your Enrollment Counselor
Schedule an appointment with an enrollment counselor to discuss your questions, complete an unofficial transcript review and more.
Apply through Cal State Apply
Watch our video tutorial above or select any of the bookmarks below for steps to guide you through your application.
For more support, you can also view the Cal State Apply Transfer Application Guide.
Attend a Virtual Info Session
Join us to learn how our online Anthropology degree-completion program will give you a real-world edge!
Register TodayValuable Learning Experiences
Our course work in areas such as archaeology or cultural and physical anthropology will provide you with important skills, such as cultural interviewing, qualitative research, data analysis and critical thinking. Our classroom experiences will challenge you to be creative, collaborative and do hands-on problem solving.
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Learn how culture is unique to human life and the relationship of human biology and evolution.
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Increase your awareness of human diversity and the ways humans have categorized diversity.
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Understand how migration, colonialism and economic integration shape global society.
Featured Courses
What Can You Do With an Anthropology Degree?
Our graduates learn several transferable skills, including cultural competency, critical thinking, research design and professional writing, which are skills that are increasingly in demand in private, public and non-profit organizations.
Anthropologists in the Bay Area earn an average annual salary of $80,000 - $142,000, according to Glassdoor.
Take a look at some of the top sectors, top companies and examples of job titles of our alumni, according to LinkedIn.
Top Job Titles
- Adjunct professor
- Arts coordinator
- Career development specialist
- Case manager
- Design researcher
- Laboratory manager
- Marketing and brand director
- Outreach specialist
- Project manager
- Talent acquisition director
Top Companies
- Accenture
- Apple
- Caltrans
- City of Mountain View
- County of Santa Clara
- Kaiser Permanente
- Library Systems & Services, LLC
- SJSU
- Stanford University
- The Walt Disney Company
Top Sectors
- Administration
- Arts and design
- Business development
- Community and social services
- Education
- Healthcare services
- Information technology
- Media and communication
- Operations
- Research
Expert Faculty and Diverse Classmates
Learn about the expertise of our Anthropology faculty and how our program is enabling students from all walks of life to accomplish their goals.
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