Anthropology at Grinnell College
If you plan to study Anthropology, take a look at what Grinnell College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Grinnell College is in Grinnell, IA.
During the most recent reporting year, 18 anthropology degrees were granted at Grinnell College.
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Online & Distance Learning at Grinnell College
Grinnell College delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Anthropology Rankings at Grinnell College
Use these rankings to compare Grinnell College’s Anthropology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Iowa | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #3 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #8 of 14 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #127 of 267 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #160 of 269 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Anthropology graduates at Grinnell College, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Anthropology graduates at Grinnell College are 67% women (12) and 33% men (6).
Anthropology Bachelor’s Program at Grinnell College
Of the 18 bachelor’s anthropology graduates at Grinnell College, 67% were women (12) and 33% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology bachelor’s degree recipients at Grinnell College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 33% of Anthropology bachelor’s degree recipients at Grinnell College, below the national average of 38%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Anthropology Concentrations at Grinnell College
This Anthropology program at Grinnell College offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Anthropology | 18 |
Top-Paying Careers for Anthropology Graduates
Those who complete Anthropology program at Grinnell College go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Anthropology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Forensic Science Technicians | $85,117 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Anthropologists and Archeologists | $72,345 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.