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Does UTSA have a good program for Forensic Anthropology?

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Valerie’s Answer

When looking at their website, I do not see much about forensic anthropology. If this is your school of choice, you can major in criminal justice and minor in anthropology, or the other way around. That way you get exposure to both.
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Erin’s Answer

Hi Anthony! I am not too familiar with the faculty at UTSA however the majority of the biological anthropologists (forensic anthropology is a applied sub field of biological anthropology) primarily research ecology and non-human primates. It appears they offer one introductory course on forensic anthropology (and osteology) but the faculty there are not involved in forensic case work as far as I know. As for an undergraduate degree, if UTSA is your school of choice (as previously mentioned) then getting a solid background in anthropology and criminal justice will be sufficient as nearly all forensic anthropologists have graduate degrees as well. You could go on to graduate school and get more training specifically in forensics. However, if you are really interested in a great forensic anthropology undergraduate program you could check out Texas State as they have a great department and faculty that are very active in work in forensic anthropology. Best of luck!
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