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Anthropology & Archaeology BA

Bachelor of Arts
Longwood University

One or more Transfer Guides are available in the Resource Center for this Institution. If you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college. If there is a program-specific Transfer Guide and a general or general studies Transfer Guide, you are advised to follow the program-specific Transfer Guide. Please see your community college advisor for assistance in selecting the best pathway.

Anthropology focuses on the cultural, social, and biological diversity of human groups in the present, historic, and prehistoric past. This great diversity is examined through the study of patterns of culture, social behavior, language structure, archaeological artifacts, and evolution. The objective of the anthropology and archaeology major is to prepare students for careers in business and industry, government, and human service. Additionally, the major is appropriate preparation for graduate study in anthropology or other social sciences. The objective of the minor in anthropology and archaeology is to acquaint the student with the discipline and to survey the techniques of research used in physical anthropology, linguistics, archaeology, and social cultural anthropology. Research methods, critical thinking, oral and written communication are emphasized. The minor is intended to enhance career possibilities.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree The Anthropology and Archaeology Program provides ample opportunities for students to conduct original research, including in our archaeological summer field school, and emphasizes science competencies and a humanistic approach to all people and cultures. It is appropriate for students interested in jobs related to people, history and culture, forensics, and many other pursuits in business and government, as can be seen in our student success stories https://anthrosuccessstories.wordpress.com/.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

Beginning Anthropology and Archaeology students start by taking introductory courses in each of the four fields of American anthropology. They also select peoples courses such as North American Indians and topics courses such as Folklore, all while completing their Civitae courses, before moving onto more advance studies.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Longwood University within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree Majors in Anthropology and Archaeology can get a general degree in Anthropology or pursue an Archaeology Concentration. Students can participate and advance in the Archaeology Summer Field School and gain research skills in Lab Methods. Anthropology and Archaeology is not credit intensive and encourages students to pursue double majors and minors. Students typically do that with Biology if they want to become forensic scientists and History if they want to work in historic sites and museums, although they do many other things, from Communication, English, Art, Theater, Music, and Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies, to Sociology, Psychology, and Criminology.
Program Successes & Highlights Through our Student Research Associate (SRA) program, 5 students (1 sophomore, 2 juniors and 2 seniors) have completed research that has led to peer-review publications and/or presentations at professional meetings in the past 12 months. The Archaeology Field School that routinely engages undergraduates in real-world, hands-on learning opportunities is one of just 10 field schools in the United States to be certified by the Register of Professional Archaeologists. This certification recognizes that students in our program receive rigorous training in field archaeology to nationally-recognized professional standards. In the past 10 years, our undergraduates who went on to graduate school have received advanced degrees from the University of Liverpool, the College of William & Mary, University College London, George Mason University, the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, University of York, Ball State University, N.C. State, and Perdue, among others.
Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Anthropology & Archaeology BA
120
BA in Anthropology & Archaeology - Archeology Concentration
120
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
Civitae: Foundations Level
24
Civitae: First Year
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Civitae: Pillar Requirements
18
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Take one course from each Pillar group below.
Earn 18 credits by completing courses from the following Category list:
Civitae: Perspectives Requirements
12
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Take one course from each Perspectives group below.
Civitae: Perspectives Requirements
12
Earn 12 credits by completing courses from the following Category list:
Civitae: Symposium Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BA - Additional Degree Requirements
3
BA - Additional Degree Requirements
3
Earn 3 credits: Complete the following
Earn 3 credits: Use the following rules
Complete courses from the following Subject list:
AND
Complete courses from the following Course list:
Anthropology & Archaeology - Archeology Concentration Major Requirements
40
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
No grade below C- is accepted for graduation in major course work.
Cultural Anthropology
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Archaeology
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Physical Anthropology
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Language and Culture
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Archaeological Laboratory Methods
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Field Methods in Archaeology
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Adv Archaeology & Cultural Resources Mang
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Forensic Anthropology
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Research Methods in Cultural Anthropology
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Anthropological Theory
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Select 6 Credits from the Following
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Select 3 Credits from the Following
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Electives
38
Earn 38 credits by completing any available course
Applicable Admissions Agreements
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The table below lists admissions agreements between Longwood University and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.

Institution Name Type Title
Southside Virginia Community College GPAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement: Longwood University, Department of Nursing and Associate Applied Science/Registered Nursing Degr
Blue Ridge Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Central Virginia Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Danville Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Mountain Gateway Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Eastern Shore Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Germanna Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Brightpoint Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Laurel Ridge Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Mountain Empire Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
New River Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Northern Virginia Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Paul D. Camp Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Patrick & Henry Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Piedmont Virginia Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Rappahannock Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Southside Virginia Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Southwest Virginia Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Tidewater Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Virginia Peninsula Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Virginia Highlands Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Virginia Western Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)
Wytheville Community College GAA Transfer Articulation Agreement With The Virginia Community College System (VCCS)

You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center

What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion If you earn a transfer-oriented associate's degree (Associate of Arts and/or Science) from one of the Virginia community colleges or Richard Bland College and you are admitted to Longwood, you are guaranteed completion of all Foundation-level courses as well as the Integrating World Languages Perspectives-level course associated with Civitae (Longwood’s core curriculum program).

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School
Credit for Prior Learning http://www.longwood.edu/registrar/transfer-of-credits/transfer-equivalency-system/
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Longwood University
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
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Transfer Admission Application
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Transfer Student Aid
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Number of Transfer Students
138
Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
For the Fall 2021 semester, 87% of transfer applicants were admitted. The average GPA of those accepted was 3.21.
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?

Longwood is a mid-sized university where students enjoy the highest percentage of classes taught by full-time professors in Virginia and a residential academic community that offers students the full university experience. Class sizes are smaller than average--our Civitae Core Curriculum classes are capped at 25 students--throughout our more than 100 majors, minors, and concentrations. With seven on-campus residence halls and two university-managed apartment complexes, students live, learn, and grow together in a true community.

Opportunities for students to be involved are the hallmark of the Longwood experience. From service organizations and Greek life to club sports and a long list of clubs based on interests and activities, there is something for everyone at Longwood. Each semester, an involvement fair helps students find organizations that are the right fit for them to make their time at Longwood even more meaningful.

Transfer Student Catalog Year Transfer students may choose the catalog in effect at the time they enroll or the one that applies to continuous full-time students at their class level. 
First Year Student Catalog Year New students join the catalog year in effect during their first matriculating semester.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions Students transferring from an institution with a transfer agreement are guaranteed admission to Longwood when they have finished their transfer-oriented associate's degree (Associate of Arts and/or Science) and earned a 2.5 cumulative GPA. Students who are admitted prior to earning the transfer-oriented associate's degree (Associate of Arts and/or Science) and complete the degree before enrolling at Longwood also will receive the articulation benefits upon submission of an official transcript.
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Mountain Gateway Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Eastern Shore Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in General StudiesAssociateAssociate in Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Germanna Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Germanna Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Science in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Social SciencesAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Liberal Arts - American Sign Language/Deaf Studies MajorAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Arts Degree in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Art degree in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Art2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeGeneral Studies, A.S.AssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Northern Virginia Community CollegeLiberal Arts, A.A.AssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online
Northern Virginia Community CollegeSocial Sciences, A.S.AssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Rappahannock Community CollegeAA&S Degree in Arts and SciencesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Rappahannock Community CollegeAA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Psychology/Social Work SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts & Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Arts and Sciences2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Science in Social ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Arts - Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearOnline
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Science - General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearOnline
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Science - Social SciencesAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearOnline
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Arts Degree in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in General StudiesAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree in Social SciencesAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Science Degree Social ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
James Madison UniversityBachelor of Science, Major in AnthropologyBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
James Madison UniversityBachelor of Arts, Major in AnthropologyBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Richard Bland CollegeAssociate of ScienceAssociateAssociate of Science2-YearOnline, In-Person
Radford UniversityBA in Anthropological SciencesBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Radford UniversityBS in Anthropological SciencesBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
George Mason UniversityAnthropology, BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
William & MaryAnthropology - Bachelor of ArtsBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
University of Mary WashingtonBA in AnthropologyBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityAnthropology, Bachelor of ScienceBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityAnthropology (online), Bachelor of ScienceBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearOnline
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
19-3091.00Anthropologists and ArcheologistsStudy the origin, development, and behavior of human beings. May study the way of life, language, or physical characteristics of people in various parts of the world. May engage in systematic recovery and examination of material evidence, such as tools or pottery remaining from past human cultures, in order to determine the history, customs, and living habits of earlier civilizations.Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
25-1061.00Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in anthropology or archeology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
11-9199.11Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site ManagersPlan and direct cleanup and redevelopment of contaminated properties for reuse. Does not include properties sufficiently contaminated to qualify as Superfund sites.Management Occupations
11-9199.02Compliance ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards.Management Occupations
11-9199.08Loss Prevention ManagersPlan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures.Management Occupations
11-9199.00Managers, All OtherAll managers not listed separately.Management Occupations
11-9199.01Regulatory Affairs ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.Management Occupations
11-9199.10Wind Energy Development ManagersLead or manage the development and evaluation of potential wind energy business opportunities, including environmental studies, permitting, and proposals. May also manage construction of projects.Management Occupations
11-9199.09Wind Energy Operations ManagersManage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning.Management Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 120 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Anthropology & Archaeology BA at Longwood University
These costs are based on an estimated 8 semesters or 4 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $7,600 Per Semester $60,800 $0 $60,800 Per semester tuition and fees for a full time status of 12 - 18 credit hours
Fees
New Student Fee $225 Per Semester $1,800 0 $1,800 A one-time transitional fee
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.