Applying

Applying

The Department welcomes applications from students with bachelor’s degrees in any field. However, we recommend that applicants have taken at least the introductory undergraduate classes in the four subfields of anthropology. Students with a master’s degree in anthropology may apply directly to the Ph.D. program and transfer up to 30 credit hours. Students are encouraged to use the Office of the Bursar tuition and fee estimator for cost information.

The Graduate College sets a minimum GPA of 3.0 for applicants. Although we require the GRE for application, we set no minimum score for consideration. Most important in the decisions for admission are the undergraduate transcript, statement of purpose, and letters of recommendation. Faculty look for an appropriate fit between the applicants’ intellectual interests and the research strengths of the department. To that end, we strongly suggest that applicants contact the graduate liaison, Peter Cahn, or potential faculty advisers before submitting their completed applications.

Applicants must submit information to both the Graduate College and the Department.

Please send to the Graduate College:
1. Completed Graduate College Application
2. Official transcripts

Please send to the Department of Anthropology by April 1
(January 31 to be considered for financial support):

1. Statement of Purpose
In no more than two pages, state the research questions that motivate your interest in graduate study. Please list specific faculty you believe would be able to help you achieve your intellectual goals.
2. GRE Scores
Please have the Educational Testing Service forward your scores to the Department. There is no subject test for anthropology.
3. Two Letters of Recommendation
Ask two professors who know your work to attest to your preparation for graduate level study.
4. Graduate Assistantship/Tuition Waiver Application
If you apply before January 31, you will be considered for a graduate assistantship. Fill out the application form and attach a current CV.
5. Copy of Graduate College Application
6. Copies of transcripts
May be unofficial transcripts or photocopies of those sent to the Graduate College

You and your recommenders may e-mail your application materials to Dr. Cahn.

Send hard copies to:
Graduate Liaison
Department of Anthropology
455 West Lindsey Street, Room 521
Norman, OK 73019