Doctoral ProgramThe Ph.D. program allows students to develop a flexible program reflecting special research interests, under the supervision of a faculty committee chosen by the student. Students are encouraged to plan for completion of all work for the Ph.D. in five years.» see Doctoral Program Doctoral Program PhD Minor Program Students may pursue a minor in Anthropology to complement their Ph.D. program. Master Degree ProgramThe purpose of the Master of Arts degree program is to further develop knowledge and skills in Anthropology and to prepare students for a professional career or doctoral studies. Master Degree Program Graduate Degree Program TracksStudents may pursue two different tracks in the Anthropology Ph.D. degree program. The tracks are not declarable in AXESS; they do not appear on the transcript or the diploma. The two tracks are: 1) Culture and Society and 2) Archaeology. Graduate Degree Program Tracks AdmissionsThe Graduate Admissions season is open beginning in September each year for applications to be submitted by the published deadline in December.PhD and Masters Degree Program » Coterminal Masters Degree Program » Admissions CoursesLook up Anthropology courses. Courses GSOThe Anthropology Graduate Student Organization advocates for graduate students within Stanford’s Anthropology department and the university as a whole. GSO Forms & ReferencesDownload various graduate forms and reference documents. Forms & References Intra- and Extra-Mural FundingAnthropology graduate and undergraduate students have a number of opportunities to apply for grants and fellowships at a variety of stages during an academic career. Funding Resources