How do I find schools which have a strong program in primatology?
Many colleges and universities in the US offer some courses in primatology. Very few if any, offer programs which lead to degrees specifically in primatology. People often take degrees in anthropology, psychology, zoology or veterinary medicine. People planning on careers in biomedical research will get Medical School related degrees. Remember that working with primates means you can be an animal care taker, a university professor, a zoo director, a field researcher, a curator of a primate house, the editor of a primate related newsletter, etc. There are many things you can do which involved working with primates. Keep in mind that this is a competitive field and that you will have to be well prepared. The Careers in Primatology web page contains links to resources related to educational opportunities in primatology.
Many colleges and universities in the US offer some courses in primatology. Very few if any, offer programs which lead to degrees specifically in primatology. People often take degrees in anthropology, psychology, zoology or veterinary medicine. People planning on careers in biomedical research will get Medical School related degrees. Remember that working with primates means you can be an animal care taker, a university professor, a zoo director, a field researcher, a curator of a primate house, the editor of a primate related newsletter, etc. There are many things you can do which involved working with primates. Keep in mind that this is a competitive field and that you will have to be well prepared. The Careers in Primatology web page contains links to resources related to educational opportunities in primatology. Among the things you will find is a Directory to Graduate Programs in Primatology–this lists selected programs and is updated annually by Judith Schrier, Editor of the La
