The University of Arizona (UA) is a public land-grant research university in Tucson, Arizona. Founded in 1885 by the 13th Arizona Territorial Legislature, it was the first university in the Arizona Territory. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities Very High Research Activity". The University of Arizona is one of three universities governed by the Arizona Board of Regents. As of 2021, the university enrolled 49,471 students in 19 separate colleges/schools, including the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Tucson and Phoenix and the James E. Rogers College of Law, and is affiliated with two academic medical centers (Banner University Medical Center Tucson and Banner University Medical Center Phoenix). In 2021, University of Arizona acquired Ashford University.
The University of Arizona's School of Anthropology in Tucson, Arizona offers a comprehensive exploration of the human experience across time and cultures. This leading department provides an integrated education grounded in the four main subfields: sociocultural anthropology, archaeology, biological anthropology, and linguistic anthropology. Students benefit from engaging with faculty conducting cutting-edge research and have numerous opportunities for hands-on experiential learning through fieldwork, laboratory analysis, and community projects. With a rich history dating back to 1915 and strong ties to the Arizona State Museum, the school fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and prepares students for diverse careers by emphasizing critical thinking and practical skills. Programs include undergraduate degrees, an MA in Applied Archaeology, and a PhD.
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