How Long Is Archaeologist School?

If you are interested in becoming an archaeologist, you will need to complete a minimum of a bachelor's degree (four years) as well as completing fieldwork experience. A master's degree (two years) is standard for this field.

Do Archaeologists make a lot of money?

Archaeologists made a median salary of $63,670 in 2019. The best-paid 25 percent made $81,480 that year, while the lowest-paid 25 percent made $49,760.

How long does it take to become an archeologist?

An archeologist requires a master's degree or PhD in archeology. They would normally do field work for 12-30 months while obtaining a PhD and many master's degrees may also require field work hours as well. Experience in some form of archaeological field work is usually expected, by employers.