Anthropology
Bachelor's degree · University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign · Champaign, IL
$16,197Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$43,554Median earnings 4 years after
$52,379Median earnings 5 years after
$15,875Median federal debt
40Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Anthropology at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign earn a median of $16,197 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 $15,875, about 98% of first-year earnings.
Anthropology (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University Evanston | $33,208 | — |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $30,648 | $21,500 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $26,977 | — |
| Illinois State University Normal | $25,913 | $24,250 |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville | $23,379 | $23,752 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $18,950 | $24,707 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Anthropology graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign make?
The median salary is $16,197 one year after graduation and $52,379 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $15,875.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.