College of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Department of Anthropology

Anthropology: Discovering and understanding humankind – past, present and future


  • If cultures past and present fascinate you...
  • If you're interested in the behavior of monkeys and apes...
  • If you are intrigued by forensic science and anthropology...
  • If the evolution of the human species intrigues you...
  • If the origin and growth of agriculture throughout the world piques your interest...
  • If you're looking for an area of study that provides career opportunities as broad and diverse as the world around us...

Then investigate the Ohio State University Department of Anthropology.

There are three main areas of study within anthropology – Cultural Anthropology, Archaeology and Physical Anthropology – each of which provides opportunities to explore, question, examine, understand and challenge the world in which we live.

In addition, the Department of Anthropology offers a new and exciting opportunity for students to minor in forensic science, cutting across a range of subjects including anthropology, chemistry, computer science, criminology, medical technology, molecular genetics, pharmacy, psychology, and sociology.

There's a lot to discover within the Department of Anthropology, so go ahead... dig in.

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