Anthropology
Bachelor's degree · Brandeis University · Waltham, MA
$35,390Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$57,423Median earnings 4 years after
$57,854Median earnings 5 years after
$26,000Median federal debt
27Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Anthropology at Brandeis University earn a median of $35,390 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 $26,000, about 73% of first-year earnings.
Anthropology (Bachelor's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston | $36,565 | $22,750 |
| Wellesley College Wellesley | $31,973 | — |
| Boston University Boston | $26,934 | $25,250 |
| University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst | $24,120 | — |
| Mount Holyoke College South Hadley | $19,655 | $21,053 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Anthropology graduates from Brandeis University make?
The median salary is $35,390 one year after graduation and $57,854 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.