Ball State University's Anthropology Department in Muncie, Indiana, United States, offers a comprehensive exploration of human diversity, history, and culture. Focusing on cultural, archaeology, biological, and linguistic anthropology, the program provides students with a deep understanding of what it means to be human. Students develop valuable critical thinking, analytical, and research skills through hands-on learning, including field study, laboratory work, and internships. The department prepares graduates for diverse career paths and further academic study, fostering a student-centered environment. A recent merger with Sociology aims to create new interdisciplinary opportunities, enhancing the program's relevance and scope.
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Ball State University (Ball State, State or BSU) is a public research university in Muncie, Indiana. It has two satellite facilities in Fishers and Indianapolis. Ball State is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities High research activity". The university is composed of seven academic colleges. As of Fall 2020, total enrollment was 21,597 students, including 15,205 undergraduates and 5,817 postgraduates. The university offers about 120 undergraduate majors and 130 minor areas of study and more than 100 master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees.
