Duke University

The Biological Anthropology & Anatomy department is truly one of the best in the world. It includes the Primate Center and the Division of Fossil Primates, both of which are extensive in their collections of Lemurs and Prosimian fossils, respectively. Students have easy access to both through classes and research. Also, their collection of casts of significant fossils in human evolution was wonderful. These casts are used mostly in the introductory BAA class and any classes dealing with human evolution. It was such a unique experience to have legends within the field of BAA teaching classes (like Dr. Elwin Simons!). I would recommend this major to anyone interested in primates, evolution, anatomy, and any related fields.

4th Year Female -- Class 2005

Education Quality: A+, Surrounding City: B-

If you come for history, you won't be disappointed. The Department is great and the Faculty are very helpful. The major is flexible enough that you can really decide what you want to study without too much imposition. But beware, you will have to take courses in other fields, including math/science and three credits in a foreign language in order to fulfill your graduate requirements. That can be quite a hassle.

2nd Year Male -- Class 2007

Education Quality: A+, Surrounding City: C-

4th Year Female -- Class 2005

Education Quality: A+, Perceived Campus Safety: B