Anthropology
Bachelor's degree · Wheaton College · Wheaton, IL
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$37,501Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
13Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Anthropology at Wheaton College earn a median of $37,501. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $46,676 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,056–$63,905).
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 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,197 | $15,875 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Anthropology graduates from Wheaton College make?
The median salary is $37,501.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.