Most place a high value on written work, which should show an ability to solve problems. A bachelor's degree in anthropology is not always necessary. To stand out, good recommendations and work with professors are musts for applicants. Schools want self-starters with a vision of what they want to accomplish in a graduate program. Good writing skills and, in some cases, fieldwork are important.
Many graduates now work at research institutes and in government.
Off campus, the outlook is rosy for those with very strong research skills. There is need for people who can do research, crunch numbers, and then analyze the data. A netzWERK Production.