Skip to main content
    GradsMatch
    Back to Programs
    Texas A & M University-College Station

    Master of Arts in Anthropology

    Last verified against the official program page on .

    College Station, USMAIn-person2 years
    $39,281.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Anthropology at Texas A & M University-College Station is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in College Station, US. Tuition is $39,281.

    About the program

    Covers biological anthropology, cultural anthropology, nautical archaeology, and archaeology. Provides training in theoretical and methodological frameworks with thesis and non-thesis options.

    Focus: both

    Your fit

    Match

    Pro users see a 0 to 100 match score personalized to their academic profile, plus a per-component breakdown (major, GPA, tests, work experience, and more).

    Admissions

    Pro

    Unlock full admissions requirements

    GPA thresholds, GRE/TOEFL/IELTS minimums, essay counts, recommendation letters, prerequisites, admissions contacts, and country-specific requirements like APS certification, portfolio submissions, or GATE scores.

    Sign in to view - it's free

    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Optional for PhD applicants (MA is en route to PhD)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT Overall score of at least 80
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic Overall score of at least 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $17,276.00
    Annual living cost

    Application Checklist

    Sign in to track what you need to submit for this program.

    Sign in
    See admits on GradCafe
    Self-reported profiles of past applicants to this program.

    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

    Recommendations

    Exact count of letters required, whether academic vs professional references are preferred, and any program-specific guidance on who to ask.

    Essays

    Number of essays required (statement of purpose, personal statement, diversity statement), prompts where the program publishes them, and whether supplemental essays are optional or mandatory.

    Contact

    Direct email and phone for the admissions office handling this program, plus a link to the program-specific inquiry page where available.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Anthropology at Texas A & M University-College Station cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Anthropology at Texas A & M University-College Station is $39,281 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Anthropology at Texas A & M University-College Station online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Anthropology at Texas A & M University-College Station is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in Anthropology at Texas A & M University-College Station take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Anthropology at Texas A & M University-College Station is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Arts in Anthropology at Texas A & M University-College Station?
    Master of Arts in Anthropology at Texas A & M University-College Station reports an acceptance rate of approximately 30%.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Arts in Anthropology at Texas A & M University-College Station?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Arts in Anthropology at Texas A & M University-College Station: 12 months OPT (US)