The Associate in Arts in Anthropology for Transfer Degree (AA-T) prepares students for transfer to California State Universities (CSUs). Students who complete the Associate in Arts in Anthropology for Transfer degree will be ensured preferential transfer status to CSUs for anthropology majors and majors in related disciplines. The Associate in Arts in Anthropology for Transfer degree requirements will fulfill the lower division major requirements at many CSUs. Students are advised, however, to meet with a counselor to assess the course requirements for specific CSUs. The Associate in Arts in Anthropology for Transfer degree will enable students to develop a strong foundation in research methods, statistics and both cultural and biological aspects of behavior and will also offer a wide variety of elective courses in anthropology and other related fields for students to develop a broad knowledge base. In addition, students will develop strong critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills that will prepare them for the requirements of upper division course work.
Program Learning Outcomes:
-Students will be able to apply an understanding of cross-cultural realities both past and present.
-Students will know how to critically analyze and interpret anthropological data.
-Students will apply anthropological principles for solving human problems on the local, regional and world scales.
September 2025
Foothill College
12345 El Monte Road,
LOS ALTOS HILLS,
California,
94022, United States
September 2025
De Anza College
21250 Stevens Creek Blvd,
CUPERTINO,
California,
95014, United States
For Foothill College:
If you are under 18 years old, you must submit proof of high school completion or equivalent.
For De Anza College:
Admission to De Anza College is open to anyone, subject to the residency requirements below, who can show one of the following:
High school diploma
High school equivalency certificate (GED)
Proficiency certificate
Evidence of being at least 18 and able to benefit from instruction offered by De Anza
English language requirements:
TOEFL: 61 iBT or 46 PBT
TOEFL Essentials: 6.5
IELTS/ IELTS Indicator: 5.5
Duolingo: 95
LanguageCert Academic: 60
SAT: 500 EBRW
iTEP: Level 4
Pearsons PTE Academic: 45
Cambridge English: 175 Advance Exam
GTEC CBT: 1100
Application Deadline: Fall quarter: August 15; Winter quarter: November 15; Spring quarter: February 15; Summer quarter: April 15