Bachelor of Anthropology (Visual Anthropology) at University of Southern California

University of Southern California

United States of America, Los Angeles

University Rank:#146

Duration48 month(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 59,260 / Year

Apply DateJanuary 15, 2027

Next IntakeAugust 22, 2026

Anthropology (Visual Anthropology)

International students can study the Anthropology (Visual Anthropology) at University of Southern California at its main campus in Los Angeles, United States of America. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 22, 2026.

About Anthropology (Visual Anthropology)

Overview The University of Southern California is one of the world’s leading private research universities. An anchor institution in Los Angeles, a global center for arts, technology and international business, USC’s diverse curricular offerings provide extensive opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration with leading researchers in highly advanced learning environments.The Center for Anthropology (Visual Anthropology) (CVA) at University of Southern California was founded by the acclaimed anthropologist Barbara Myerhoff, best known for her Academy Award-winning documentary Number Our Days (1976). The CVA is dedicated to the incorporation of visual modes of expression into the academic discipline of anthropology. It does so in conjunction with the faculty of the Department of Anthropology through five types of activities: teaching, research and the analysis of visual culture, production of visual projects, archiving and collection, and the sponsorship of conferences and film festivals.Course detailsAt the Anthropology (Visual Anthropology) BA program offered by University of Southern California you can take a number of courses that focus on the analysis and understanding of human behavior and are encouraged to include visual media in their senior field methods practicum.Prospective students cannot apply directly to this major. It is recommended that prospective students interested in this major apply as Anthropology majors and switch to this major after being admitted. I want to find another Bachelor Course

Anthropology (Visual Anthropology) is a subfield of social anthropology that is concerned, in part, with the study and production of ethnographic photography, film and, since the mid-1990s, new media. Apply to the Anthropology (Visual Anthropology) BA program offered by University of Southern California.

Disciplines

HistoryAnthropologyEthnic Studies

Requirements

English Requirements

PTEMin 68
IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 100

Other Requirements

1Official Test ScoresTranscripts: First-year applicants should submit official transcripts of all high school and college coursework completed.Letter(s) of Recommendation: One letter is required from either your school counselor or a teacher from your school. Applicants to the School of Cinematic Arts must submit three letters of recommendation.Portfolio, resumé and/or additional writing samples: if required by major. Performance majors may also require auditions. Refer to the Additional Application Requirements section, below, for more information.Submit your fall grades (when available)

Fee Information

Anthropology (Visual Anthropology)

University of Southern California

United States of America, Los Angeles