The Master’s in Anthropology at Rutgers University, New Brunswick is a 2 years long program for international students, taught in English.
📖Introduction
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, offers a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across various disciplines, including liberal arts, sciences, engineering, business, and the arts. Rutgers' strengths lie in its robust research initiatives and its status as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). With a world-class faculty and state-of-the-art research facilities, the university provides students with valuable opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research and innovation. Rutgers New Brunswick's central location in the culturally rich region of New Brunswick, along with its diverse student body, creates a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. Through its dedication to academic rigor, research, and a commitment to social impact, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, prepares graduates to excel in their careers and make meaningful contributions to their communities and the world at large.
Master’s in Anthropology at Rutgers University, New Brunswick
The Master of Arts in Anthropology provides an opportunity for students to develop a strong theoretical foundation in the field of anthropology in either of our two graduate programs: Critical Interventions in Theory and Ethnography (CITE) or Evolutionary Anthropology (EA). M.A. students take most of the required courses for their program and participate as full members in the many other activities of the graduate program such as the Department Lecture Series, Wednesday Workshops, and Anthropology Graduate Student Association. Students who successfully complete the MA program may apply to the Ph.D. program but are not guaranteed admission. Show less
Rutgers New Brunswick offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across a broad spectrum of disciplines, spanning liberal arts, sciences, engineering, business, and the arts. The university's strengths are underscored by its robust research endeavors and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). With a world-class faculty and state-of-the-art research facilities, Rutgers provides students with unparalleled opportunities to engage in innovative research across various fields. Situated in the culturally vibrant region of New Brunswick and enriched by its diverse student community, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, fosters an intellectually stimulating and inclusive learning environment. Through its commitment to academic rigor, pioneering research, and a focus on societal impact, Rutgers New Brunswick prepares graduates to excel in their chosen fields and contribute positively to their communities and the global landscape.
🏠 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: Bachelor's.
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
2 Recommendation letters
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.
