In a rapidly changing and increasingly globalized world, the insights of anthropology are more valuable than ever.In Anthropology at Waterloo, you’ll explore cultures past and present. Delve into the origins of human and primate evolution, use archaeology to learn more about earlier societies, or tackle contemporary issues such as violence and media.Our first year introductory anthropology course exposes you to the breadth of this discipline. In your upper years, you can focus your degree on the area of anthropology that interests you most: socio cultural, archaeological, or biological (physical) anthropology.You’ll graduate to a wide range of career options, including market research, cultural resource management, forensic anthropology, and international development, with the added bonus of work experience if you take the co op stream.
Which department am I in?
Faculty of Arts
Study options
Full Time
(5 Years)
Tuition fees
CAD$58,000.00 (US$ 41,689)
per year
Residence fee-Traditional Double Room Fall 8758, Spring 5847, Winter 5847
Application deadline
Expected January 2027
Start date
September 2026
Venue
Waterloo Main Campus
200 University Avenue West,
Waterloo,
Ontario,
N2L 3G1, Central Canada, Canada
Entry requirements
For international students
Applicants have to complete ontario high school. Ontario students: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses includingAny Grade 12 U English (minimum final grade of at least 70%). Admission average: Low 80s (co-op and regular).
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.