Anthropology
Bachelor's degree · East Carolina University · Greenville, NC
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Anthropology at East Carolina University earn a median of $24,228 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 $26,375, about 109% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Anthropology (Bachelor's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Duke University Durham | $43,924 | — |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $36,211 | $12,500 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $29,518 | $23,953 |
| Western Carolina University Cullowhee | $28,262 | $20,732 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $27,805 | $26,000 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $25,901 | $27,000 |
| University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington | $25,198 | $22,987 |
| University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville | $24,639 | — |
| Appalachian State University Boone | $19,624 | $21,531 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Anthropology graduates from East Carolina University make?
The median salary is $24,228 one year after graduation and $41,362 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,375.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.