Anthropology

Bachelor's degree · Metropolitan State University of Denver · Denver, CO

CIP 45.02

$21,930Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$53,125Median earnings 4 years after
$41,447Median earnings 5 years after
$25,783Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Anthropology at Metropolitan State University of Denver earn a median of $21,930 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $46,676 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,056–$63,905). Median debt is $25,783, about 118% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Anthropology (Bachelor's degree) at other Colorado schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder
$36,822$18,583
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley
$35,432$25,000
Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Fort Collins
$27,178$21,500
Fort Lewis College
Durango
$25,891$18,013

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Anthropology graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver make?

The median salary is $21,930 one year after graduation and $41,447 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,783.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.