Careers in Anthropology Anthropology Index Main Index Careers Like other liberal arts degrees, a B.A. or B.S. in anthropology provides a broad general background for later specialization at the graduate level.
Students can also pursue careers that combine anthropology and other interests.
Due to the United States population's growing diversity, majoring in anthropology is excellent preparation for virtually any occupation requiring interaction with the general public. State and federal governments are important employers in such areas as public health, parks, cultural resource management, museums, the United States Census Bureau, Department of Education, and Social and Rehabilitation Services, while positions are also available in private firms conducting contract archeology. The field for students who plan to interact and work with culturally diverse peoples in Africa, India, Asia, Latin America, Europe, and the United States. The program includes studies in a wide range of cultural traditions including family life, religion, economics, schooling, and the arts. Archaeology Students who wish to be archaeologists concentrate on the study of the prehistory of humanity.