Required Course Work for A&S Majors:

The Anthropology and Sociology major consists of at least 10 courses in the department.  Students majoring are required to take the following core courses:

  • Cultural Anthropology (102)
  • Introduction to Sociology (103)
  • Research Methods and Design (200)
  • Theories of Society (342)

In addition, students in the class of 2021 and earlier must complete six additional elective courses in the department. Students in the class of 2022 must complete six additional Anthropology & Sociology electives, with at least one elective at the
300-level (A&S 300-341).

Double Majoring or Minoring in A&S

Students may choose to combine their studies in A&S with another discipline by double majoring or minoring in A&S.  Popular double majors include combining A&S with American Studies, English, Government and Law, History, Psychology, Economics and Business, Biology, or Art.

Requirements for Minor

The minor in Anthropology and Sociology consists of six courses: two chosen from among 102, 103, and 342, and four additional courses selected in consultation with the minor adviser.