NYU's undergraduate program for anthropology majors is a 36-point program that consists of nine classes worth four points each. Anthropology majors wishing to be considered for the honors program must complete 40 points and maintain an average 3.65 GPA. NYU's anthropology majors benefit from a wide array of resources, including films, research labs, and cooperative agreements with museums as well as programs and seminars.
The University of California at Berkley's undergraduate program for anthropology majors consists of three lower division courses and nine upper division level courses, including five electives. Students must declare the major by their junior year to complete the program requirements. Anthropology majors must maintain a minimum of a 2.0 GPA to remain enrolled in the program. Majors may participate in research projects through the Undergraduate Research Apprentice Program or do volunteer work with the Hurst Museum of Anthropology.
Undergraduate anthropology majors studying at the University of Pennsylvania may continue on to obtain graduate degrees at the university. The major requires 14 credits of anthropology coursework. Majors aren't encouraged to declare a specialization, but it's suggested they study abroad and participate in internships and volunteer projects. Undergraduate majors are given the opportunity to write an undergraduate thesis or senior thesis, the topic of which is determined with the aid of a thesis advisor.
ISU offers both undergraduate and graduate degrees in anthropology. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.25 and pass a written assessment given by the Department of Sociology and Anthropology. A major in anthropology requires a minimum of 36 hours, including one course in a specialization of anthropology, and a senior thesis. ISU's anthropology program also boasts four field schools located in Brazil, Tennessee, Missouri, and Michigan, where students receive hands-on training.