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How to Get an Archaeology Education

If you've decided to become an archaeologist, you will need a reasonable education in the science of archaeology. Here's how to get one.

How to Choose a Graduate School

How does anyone choose a graduate school?

A Remarkable Field School

What is it that makes a memorable field school experience? Here are some tips on how to find one that fits your needs.

On Becoming an Archaeologist

What kind of background do you need to become a professional archaeologist? The answer to that is as variable as the number of archaeologists on the planet.

Studying Archaeology in High School

You don't have to wait until college to start getting ready for a career in archaeology. Here are some tips for the would-be archaeologist for back-to-school.

The Archaeological Field School

Maybe you dream about spending part of the summer in the dirt. It doesn't seem terribly fair that professionals should have all the fun, does it? Well, fortunately, there are lots of excavations going on all summer long, called field schools, and some of them take volunteers.

The Future of Archaeology

Not all children grow up to be archaeologists: but here's one who we hope will.

Explore Archaeology

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