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Department of Anthropology, History, & Political Science

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Understand the forces that shape our world. Gain the knowledge and experience to help shape its future.

Anthropology, History, and Political Science give you the tools to understand people, societies, cultures, and institutions—and the forces that shape our world. At SEMO, you'll build strong skills in critical thinking, research, communication, and analysis while exploring how communities evolve, how decisions are made, and how change happens.

Through engaging coursework, faculty mentorship, hands-on learning, and real-world experiences, you'll connect classroom concepts to contemporary issues and professional practice. Whether you plan to pursue a career in public service, law, education, government, nonprofit leadership, cultural preservation, research, or graduate study, you'll graduate prepared to make an impact in your field and your community.

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Explore programs that help you understand people, cultures, governments, and the events that shape our world. You'll develop valuable skills in research, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving while preparing for careers in public service, law, education, nonprofits, business, and so much more.
Undergraduate Degrees Graduate Degrees
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Pre-Law Collaboration

SEMO's partnership with the University of Missouri School of Law gives high-achieving students an accelerated path to a legal career. Students who complete their general education and political science major requirements may apply to Mizzou Law during their junior year at SEMO. If admitted, they begin law school a year early and earn their bachelor's degree from SEMO after successfully completing their first year of law school. This unique pathway allows students to save a year of undergraduate tuition, enter the legal profession sooner, and complete both degrees on an accelerated timeline.
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Real-World Experience

Learning goes beyond the classroom in the Department of Anthropology, History, and Political Science. Through research, fieldwork, simulations, internships, and community partnerships, you'll gain practical experience while exploring cultures, history, politics, and the issues shaping our world.
Experiential Learning
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Learn from Experts

Faculty are dedicated educators, researchers, and mentors who are invested in your success. Through small class sizes and personalized support, you'll work closely with professors who bring expertise and real-world perspective to the classroom. From day one in the Department of Anthropology, History, and Political Science, you'll be guided by faculty committed to helping you achieve your goals.
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Courses

Plan ahead with confidence. Our course rotation schedule helps you see when courses are typically offered so you can stay on track, make informed decisions, and map out your path to graduation.
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Anthropology, History, & Political Science Career Outlook

  • 5.2

    Millon Jobs

    The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that Social science degree holders make up 5,226,990 jobs.

  • $79K

    Average Salary

    The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the median annual wage for life, physical, and social science occupations is $78,980, which is higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $49,500.

  • $140K

    Political Scientists

    The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the average median annual salary for a political scientist is $139,380.

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Anthropology, History, & Political Science

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Location

Office

Carnahan Hall 311E

Mailing Address

One University Plaza, MS2960
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701