Anthropology

Bachelor's degree · George Mason University · Fairfax, VA

CIP 45.02

$37,081Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$45,617Median earnings 5 years after
$22,875Median federal debt
22Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Anthropology at George Mason University earn a median of $37,081 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 $22,875, about 62% of first-year earnings.

Anthropology (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
James Madison University
Harrisonburg
$30,686$20,500
University of Virginia-Main Campus
Charlottesville
$30,609$12,500
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg
$24,534—
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond
$22,732$13,996

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Anthropology graduates from George Mason University make?

The median salary is $37,081 one year after graduation and $45,617 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,875.

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