Master of arts in anthropology, archaeology concentration

The purpose of the Master of Arts (M.A.) degree with a major in Anthropology at Texas State is to give students the highest quality graduate-level education possible; provide students interested in continuing their graduate education in Anthropology at the Ph.D. level the appropriate basis to successfully compete for entrance into top-tier programs; provide students interested in non-academic careers that require, or are facilitated by, an advanced degree in Anthropology the education, tools and training necessary to secure employment; and produce professional, ethical, and productive graduates.