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Top Colorado colleges for social sciences?

I'm curious about the best colleges in Colorado for studying social sciences. I'm leaning towards majors in sociology or anthropology. Anyone know which schools are best or have strong departments in these areas?

a year ago

Colorado is home to several colleges with strong social sciences departments. While deciding on the "best" can be subjective and depends on individual needs and goals, here are a few that stand out:

1. The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) is known for its strong social sciences programs, especially in anthropology and sociology. Their anthropology department emphasizes four subfields: archaeology, biological anthropology, cultural anthropology, and linguistic anthropology. Similarly, their sociology department provides in-depth study options too, including criminology, environmental sociology, and sociology of health.

2. Colorado State University (CSU) in Fort Collins also offers strong programs in sociology and anthropology. The Department of Sociology at CSU offers concentrations in environmental sociology, social inequality, and crime, law, and deviance. The anthropology program at CSU boasts a strong focus on applied anthropology.

3. The University of Denver (DU) is another option to consider. Their Department of Sociology and Criminology aims to provide students with a balanced education in theory, research methods, and social policy.

4. Lastly, Colorado College, a liberal arts school, provides an alternative academic experience with its block plan, where students only take and focus on one class at a time. They have robust anthropology and sociology programs, with a broad range of course offerings.

Remember, the best college for you will depend on not just the strengths of the department but also factors like class size, faculty, opportunities for research or internships, campus culture, location, and financial considerations. So, I'd recommend visiting these campuses, reaching out to current students or faculty, and doing a bit more research to find out which one will be the best fit for you.

a year ago

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