Explore a Bachelor of Arts in Archaeology at Lycoming College! Gain hands-on experience, research opportunities, and study abroad. Apply now!
Whether found on the rolling fields of Guatemala, an island in the Mediterranean or a palace in Israel, archaeology analyzes the physical remains of the past in pursuit of a comprehensive understanding of human culture. Students majoring in archaeology are given a solid foundation in the theories, methods, and diverse approaches that archaeologists use to answer important questions about cultural diversity and social change through time and across vast geographic regions. Lycoming’s strength lies in providing students with unique field experiences, individualized curriculum with diverse electives, and extensive internship opportunities, as proven by the archaeology department. Whether at a dig site in Guatemala, or at an internship with a museum in Cyprus or a local organization, Lycoming enables archaeology students to augment their customized curriculum with applied learning experiences. Here, individual research and discussion of major archaeological topics are encouraged. Small class sizes inspire stimulating civil discourse to address important questions regarding cultural diversity; the impacts of race, class, and gender in different societies; and technological change throughout time. Student Opportunities: Participate in a research assistantship with a faculty member. Present research at local and national conferences, such as The Archaeological Institute of America annual conference. Gain teaching experience as a tutor for the Academic Resource Center or the Writing Center. Study distinctive museum collections loaned to Lycoming College. Participate in international archaeological digs in Guatemala, Israel, Cyprus, or other accredited archaeological projects. Gain hands-on archaeological survey and excavation experience at a farmstead on the grounds of the Lycoming Biology Field Station 10 minutes from campus. Complete a study abroad course in another country, such as Italy, Ireland, England, Cyprus, Guatemala or Israel. Pursue an internship at a nationally recognized museum such as the University of Pennsylvania Museum, the Pennsylvania State Museum, or the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, or an internship offered exclusively to Lycoming students with the Smithsonian Institution. Participate in a local internship through Lycoming’s Williamsport Internship Summer Experience (WISE) program. Graduate Outcomes: Graduates of the Lycoming College archaeology program have gone on to find success in a wide variety of careers in higher education, museums and more. Below is a list of some of the places our alumni have worked and studied: Temple University University of Toronto Charleston Museum University of Pennsylvania Museum Thomas T. Taber Museum Shuter’s Hill Archaeology Field School and Museum Old Sturbridge Village Waterloo Library & Historical Museum Ephrata Cloisters Museum
