If you're curious about the world, would love to travel, or are interested in studying abroad or addressing social and cultural issues, a major in anthropology might be right for you. This program teaches you how to use anthropological methods to solve problems related to cultural heritage and preservation, forensics, archaeology, health-related topics, and more. A major in anthropology helps you build a strong foundation in critical thinking and analytical skills that apply to many academic and professional fields. Anthropologists and archaeologists work well with people from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds in addition to performing a number of specialized tasks, including market research and program analysis. These skills and characteristics are applicable and valuable to employers worldwide.