Anthropology

Bachelor's degree · Kansas State University · Manhattan, KS

CIP 45.02

$18,567Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$41,426Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$20,500Median federal debt
19Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Anthropology at Kansas State University earn a median of $18,567 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 $20,500, about 110% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Anthropology (Bachelor's degree) at other Kansas schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Wichita State University
Wichita
$34,275$18,975
University of Kansas
Lawrence
$29,376$26,875

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Anthropology graduates from Kansas State University make?

The median salary is $18,567 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.

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