University of California, San Francisco

Program Information

Degree Offered

Ph.D. - Medical Anthropology

Program Description:

The major objective of the program is to train students in sociocultural approaches to understanding health behavior and health-related problems, and in the comparative study of health and healing systems. The role of the anthropologist in contemporary Western health settings is a particular focus of this program. The emphasis here is on preparing students for careers in research, teaching, and service, emphasizing anthropological perspectives in health-related issues. We accept applications every other year.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Format: Campus

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999