Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to graduate using the "new" major, or can I graduate under the "old" requirements? All students who declared their major prior to the publication of the 2008-2009 Undergraduate Bulletin in August 2008 have the option of choosing the set of requirements under which they wish to graduate. All students who declared an anthropology major after August 2008 must use the new major. The Student Worksheets attached to this website are all for the new major.

What are the differences between the old and new majors? The old major had three tiers of requirements: Core courses, Concentration electives, and Program electives. The new major has two tiers: Core courses and Electives. The old major required 48 credits, the new major is only 41. Some of the Core Courses have changed (e.g., Introduction to Linguistics is no longer required). There are also fewer electives allowed from other departments in the new major.

Can I count a 1 credit 100-level archaeology course towards my concentration electives? Yes. However, you are limited to one credit of this type towards the concentration electives.

Is there a limit on Special Topics courses that I can count towards my concentration electives? Yes. You are limited to six credits in each of our special topics courses. In other words, you may take up to six credits each of 3230:472 (cultural), 3230:474 (physical), and 3240:472 (archaeology). There is no limit on the number of special topics courses that are accepted by the College to cover your requirement of 47 hours at the 300/400-level, i.e., they all count.

Disclaimer: This webpage is meant to provide students with useful information to help them plan a course of study. While every attempt is made to keep the information on this page accurate and up-to-date, students are strongly advised to consult the official University of Akron Undergraduate Bulletin for changes to the requirements and to meet regularly with their academic advisors.