Archaeologists

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What do Archaeologists do?

Archaeologists study artifacts (objects and structures) to reconstruct past economic, social, political and intellectual life.

How to become: Archaeologists

A master's or doctoral degree in the discipline is usually required.

Where to study for a career as: Archaeologists

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Ancient Studies (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
Arts Degree (BA) + Master's Degree (MA or MSc), Cardiff University Bachelor; Honours
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Bar-Ilan University - Graduate Studies
Ramat Gan, IL

Related Program(s):
Classical Studies (Research Track) Master; Online
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University of Birmingham - Postgraduate Study
Birmingham, England, GB

Related Program(s):
Classics, Ancient History and Archaelogy Master; Distance
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Concordia University
Montreal, Quebec, CA

Related Program(s):
Classics (BA) Bachelor; Honours
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Memorial University – St. John’s Campus
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, CA

Related Program(s):
Archaeology Bachelor
Archaeology Bachelor; Honours; Co-op
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University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, Alberta, CA

Related Program(s):
Bachelor of Science | Archaeology & Geography Bachelor; Co-op
Bachelor of Arts | Archaeology Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
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Modified on May 07, 2026

How much do Archaeologists make?

Low:
$39,520
Average:
$69,992
High:
$99,840

Job openings for Archaeologists

Job Seekers:
7,800
Job Openings:
6,300