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- School Code: 182800
- Phone: (317) 921-4800
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Anthropology Degree
The anthropology program at Indiana University – Purdue University – Fort Wayne prepares students for careers as a contract archaeologist, corporate analyst, corporate anthropologist, editor, educational planner, forensic specialist, government analyst, medical researcher, museum curator, park ranger, or social worker. The program focuses on the study of human beings, their antecedents and related primates and their cultural behavior and institutions. Program courses include: biological/physical anthropology, anthropological linguistics, ethnography, ethnology, ethnohistory, socio-cultural anthropology, psychological anthropology, research methods, forensic pathology, museum studies, and international affairs. Get more details below including other Indiana colleges that offer anthropology degrees.
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Indiana University – Purdue University – Fort Wayne
50 W. Fall Creek Parkway N. Drive, Indianapolis, IN
Indiana University - Purdue University - Fort Wayne provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Fort Wayne, IN and publically funded. Approximately 14,000 students are enrolled per year at IPFW.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs IPFW offers:
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Public Administration And Social Services
To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1260 - 1600 for the SAT exam and within the range of 18 - 24 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to IPFW. Roughly 90% of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 81% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.
The tuition at Indiana University - Purdue University - Fort Wayne varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $7,400 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $18,000 annually. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $6,700. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The mascot for IPFW is the "Mastodons", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Soccer (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Students can visit the school's http://www.iupui.edu to see additional information.
Students Enrolled in the Anthropology Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Indiana University – Purdue University – Fort Wayne has offered the following programs for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Bachelor's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than One Year Certificate | 0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 8 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 1 |
Female | 7 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 1 |
White | 7 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Anthropology program at Indiana University – Purdue University – Fort Wayne, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Regulatory Affairs Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.
Anthropologists
Description
Research, evaluate, and establish public policy concerning the origins of humans; their physical, social, linguistic, and cultural development; and their behavior, as well as the cultures, organizations, and institutions they have created.
Career Outlook & Projections (
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According to the BLS, anthropologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.8% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN
- Total Employment: 40
- Average Hourly Rate: $24.44
- Average Annual Salary: $50840
Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in anthropology or archeology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the students Indiana University – Purdue University – Fort Wayne accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Indiana University – Purdue University – Fort Wayne may provide student services like:- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Indiana University – Purdue University – Fort Wayne is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (The Summit League)
- Basketball (The Summit League)
- Track and Field (The Summit League)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball