University of Alabama Fully Funded PhD in Biocultural Medical Anthropology
PhD @University of Alabama posted 4 weeks agoJob Description
University of Alabama offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Biocultural Medical Anthropology through its Department of Anthropology. This program provides comprehensive training in the intersection of biology, culture, and health, preparing students for careers in academia, research, and applied health settings.
Program Overview
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Degree: Ph.D. in Anthropology with a focus on Biocultural Medical Anthropology
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Institution: University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa
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Department: Anthropology
The program emphasizes understanding health and illness through a biocultural lens, integrating biological, cultural, and environmental perspectives. Students engage in rigorous coursework, comprehensive examinations, and original ethnographic fieldwork leading to a dissertation.
Funding Package
All admitted Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:
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Tuition and Fees: Full coverage.
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Stipend: An annual stipend of approximately $15,000 for the nine-month academic year, provided through teaching assistantships (TAs) or research assistantships (RAs).
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Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage funded by the university.
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Duration: Guaranteed funding for the first three years, with the potential for two additional years contingent upon advancing to candidacy by specified deadlines.
Additional funding opportunities include departmental scholarships and fellowships, such as:
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Allen R. Maxwell Endowed Anthropology Scholarship: Supports doctoral students conducting ethnographic or linguistic anthropological research .
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Milady Murphy Endowed Scholarship: Supports research on the anthropology of health, illness, and wellness.
Students are also encouraged to apply for external funding sources, including:
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National Science Foundation (NSF) Dissertation Improvement Grants
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Wenner-Gren Foundation Dissertation Fieldwork Grants
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American Anthropological Association Fellowships and Grants .
Admission Requirements
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Academic Background: A master’s degree in anthropology or a closely related field. Exceptional candidates with substantial research experience may be considered for direct admission from a bachelor’s degree through the Master’s En Route pathway .
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Application Materials:
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Online application through the University of Alabama’s Graduate School.
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Statement of purpose outlining research interests and career goals.
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Three letters of recommendation.
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Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
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Resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
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Writing sample demonstrating research capabilities.
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TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers.
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GRE scores are not required for admission.
