The Bachelor’s in Anthropology at Vassar College is a 4 years long program for international students, taught in English.
📖Introduction
Vassar College has a storied history and a strong tradition of providing a transformative education. Vassar College offers a wide array of undergraduate programs spanning various disciplines in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and sciences. The college's liberal arts curriculum is marked by small class sizes and a dedicated faculty, fostering close mentorship and vibrant intellectual exchanges. Vassar's emphasis on critical thinking, creativity, and social responsibility prepares graduates to excel in a diverse range of careers and contribute meaningfully to society. With its stunning campus and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Vassar College continues to provide a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment for students seeking a liberal arts education of the highest caliber.
The department offers four ways to explore anthropology: (1) an 11-unit major; (2) a 6-unit correlate (minor); (3) an 11-unit interdepartmental geography-anthropology major; and (4) a 6-unit interdepartmental Biology and Culture correlate (minor). Students often double major in ANTH and Cognitive Science, Film, Latin American and Latinx Studies, Philosophy, Psychological Science, or Urban Studies. Double majors with languages such as Japanese and Russian are also common. Anthropology courses are often cross-listed with Africana Studies, American Studies, Asian Studies, Environmental Studies, Latin American and Latinx Studies, Media Studies, Urban Studies, and Women, Feminist, and Queer Studies. Show less
At Vassar College, students have the opportunity to delve deeply into a diverse range of disciplines, from the humanities and social sciences to the natural sciences and arts. The college's liberal arts curriculum encourages interdisciplinary thinking, critical analysis, and creativity. What sets Vassar apart is its unwavering dedication to social justice and inclusivity. The college's strong emphasis on activism and community engagement empowers graduates to apply their knowledge and passion to address real-world challenges. With a faculty of dedicated scholars and a commitment to fostering a diverse and equitable learning environment, Vassar College prepares students not only for successful careers but also for lives of purpose and social impact.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
You are not eligible to apply to this program because:
The minimum age is 18.
English fluency is required. You need to be either: - A native English speaker - Studied a degree in English before - Can demonstrate a high level of English - Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.
Minimum education level: High School.
The program is quite competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average B, 60%, or a high GPA.
All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.
Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Passport
Graduation certificate
Passport size photo
Official transcript
Personal statement
English certificate (You can take the English test online)
Guarantor letter
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.
