Anthropology
Bachelor's degree · Missouri State University-Springfield · Springfield, MO
$27,283Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$38,870Median earnings 4 years after
$46,116Median earnings 5 years after
$21,875Median federal debt
22Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Anthropology at Missouri State University-Springfield earn a median of $27,283 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 $21,875, about 80% of first-year earnings.
Anthropology (Bachelor's degree) at other Missouri schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Washington University in St Louis St. Louis | $34,489 | $15,000 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia | $31,926 | $15,430 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $22,687 | $25,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Anthropology graduates from Missouri State University-Springfield make?
The median salary is $27,283 one year after graduation and $46,116 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,875.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.