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Anthropology Degree
The anthropology program at University of Maine 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 Maine colleges that offer anthropology degrees.
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University of Maine
Also known as University of Maine-Machias
116 O'Brien Ave, Machias, ME
UMaine provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Orono, ME and publically funded. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Maine. Enrollment at University of Maine is nearly 12,000 per year.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs University of Maine offers:
- Psychology
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Engineering
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then studied by admissions staff. The most common test scores among applicants admitted to this school are within the range of 21 to 27 for the ACT exam, or 1430 to 1770 for the SAT exam. 78% of students that apply are admitted to University of Maine, of which 32% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at umaine.edu.
The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $12,000 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $29,000 for the year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $5,000. Students attending UMaine may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.
The UMaine Black Bears participate in a number of athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AA)
Students can visit the University of Maine website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more.
Students Enrolled in the Anthropology Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Maine has offered the following programs for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Bachelor's Degree | 10 |
Master's Degree | 1 |
Doctorate Degree | 1 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 4 |
Female | 8 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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White | 10 |
Multiple Races | 2 |
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
Upon completion of the Anthropology program at University of Maine-Machias, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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
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 information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants University of Maine-Machias accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, University of Maine may provide services to students including:- Online course work available
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Maine is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (America East)
- Basketball (America East)
- Track and Field (America East)
- Field Hockey
- Football (Colonial Athletic Association)
- Ice Hockey
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving