The Department of Anthropology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, located in Champaign, IL, United States, provides a comprehensive exploration of the human experience across time and cultures. Established in 1948, the department encompasses the core subfields of anthropology, including human evolution, diverse societies, ancient civilizations, and language. Students engage in a vibrant academic environment, benefiting from close interaction with leading faculty, access to exceptional resources, specialized laboratories, and extensive opportunities for hands-on research and field experience. The department offers undergraduate degrees and minors with various concentrations, alongside a robust PhD program, preparing graduates for a wide array of careers that value strong analytical skills and cultural understanding.
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The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (U of I, Illinois, University of Illinois, or UIUC) is a public land-grant research university in Champaign, Illinois, and Urbana, Illinois. It is the flagship institution of the University of Illinois system and was founded in 1867. With over 56,000 students, the University of Illinois is one of the largest public universities by enrollment in the United States.
