Earn Your Degree in Anthropology/Sociology on-campus in La Grande, Oregon or Online at Eastern Oregon University.
Explore the diverse cultures, environments, and social systems that define our past and present. Our interdisciplinary program gives you the unique opportunity to study both anthropology and sociology, helping you view ancient and contemporary societies through critical lenses. Choose to learn on-campus in La Grande, 100% online, or in a flexible hybrid format, and graduate prepared for careers that shape our collective future.
- Flexible Specializations: Choose from three focused paths—Anthropology, Sociology, or Social Welfare—to tailor your degree directly to your specific goals.
- Experiential Learning: Publish original research in the award-winning, student-contributed Eastern Oregon Social Science Journal or gain hands-on expertise through local agency internships.
- Exceptional Transfer Pathway: Bring in up to 135 transfer credits from previous college coursework to graduate sooner and lower your educational investment.
Uncover the Dynamics of Human Societies and Cultures
B.S. or B.A. Pathways: Earn a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) by incorporating science and research methodology coursework, or a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) by completing foreign language requirements.
Anthropology Track: Immerse yourself in a four-field approach that emphasizes archaeology along with the cultural, physical, biological, and linguistic aspects of human history.
Sociology / Social Welfare Track: Dive deep into social theories, applied sociology, and practical methods designed to address contemporary social problems.
- Format: In-Person or Online
- Campus Location: La Grande, Oregon or Online
- Degree Length: 4 Years (Transfer pathways available)
- Transfer Credits Accepted: Up to 135 quarter credits
Core competencies
Demonstrate a solid understanding of core sociological and anthropological concepts through scholarly writing, structured research papers, and engaging public presentations.
Apply inquiry-based knowledge and diverse cross-cultural and intracultural perspectives to evaluate complex social, economic, and political issues.
Develop advanced abilities in critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and reflective discourse to examine the social forces that shape contemporary societies.
Identify, analyze, and directly address real-world community problems through hands-on, structured civic engagement and applied service learning.
Utilize scholarly methods, basic statistical tools, and data literacy to design, conduct, and analyze empirical social research projects.
Construct vital intellectual connections across multiple academic concepts, function effectively in small group work settings, and translate academic theories into practical community action.
LEARNING OPTIONS & DELIVERY MODALITIES
In-Person (La Grande)
The Traditional Experience
Live and learn in beautiful La Grande. Engage in immediate peer discussion, face-to-face mentorship, and direct classroom debate in small cohorts.
Highlights: • Small class sizes for highly personalized feedback.• Direct involvement with on-campus clubs and events.• Hands-on, face-to-face capstone collaboration.
100% Online (EOU Online)
Uncompromising Flexibility
Earn your degree from anywhere on your own schedule. Ideal for working professionals, parents, and remote learners with career commitments.
Highlights: • No on-campus requirements — learn asynchronously.• Interactive digital format with 24/7 access to study materials.• Identical curriculum, faculty, and degree credentials as on-campus.
Learn from Social Scientists and Field Researchers
At Eastern Oregon University, you will never be lost in a massive lecture hall. Our Anthropology/Sociology faculty are seasoned educators and active researchers with years of practical experience in archaeological excavation, applied social research, and community-based social work.
They work closely with on-campus and online students alike, offering the exact same rigorous curriculum, personalized attention, and mentorship in a creative digital or physical classroom environment. They will guide you through empirical research programs, help you apply scholarly methods to real-world problems, and mentor you as you complete your senior capstone.
Can prepare you for…
Online Master of Social Work
Online Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Ready to Uncover New Perspectives and Drive Meaningful Social Change?
Join EOU’s close-knit community of social researchers and applied professionals.
