Anthropology

Bachelor's degree · The University of Tennessee-Knoxville · Knoxville, TN

CIP 45.02

$24,772Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$41,767Median earnings 4 years after
$45,042Median earnings 5 years after
$26,949Median federal debt
90Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Anthropology at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville earn a median of $24,772 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 $26,949, about 109% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Anthropology (Bachelor's degree) at other Tennessee schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Memphis
Memphis
$23,112$20,000
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro
$21,878$21,507

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Anthropology graduates from The University of Tennessee-Knoxville make?

The median salary is $24,772 one year after graduation and $45,042 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,949.

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