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Anthropology Schools in Alabama

97 Anthropology students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Anthropology is the 98th most popular major in the state out of a total 236 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Anthropology Majors in Alabama

Anthropology majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 84
Master’s Degree 12
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 1
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 1
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 1

Gender Distribution

In Alabama, a anthropology major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of anthropology majors in Alabama is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.1%
  • Black or African American: 4.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 1.0%
  • White: 82.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.0%
  • Other Races: 8.2%
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Jobs for Anthropology Grads in Alabama

2,210 people in the state and 474,750 in the nation are employed in jobs related to anthropology.

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Wages for Anthropology Jobs in Alabama

In this state, anthropology grads earn an average of $75,470. Nationwide, they make an average of $94,080.

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There are 5 colleges in Alabama that offer anthropology degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

37 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
37,840 Total Students

The 4.00% student loan default rate is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.34 years. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $44,485 after earning their degree at this institution.

20 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
16,497 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. In their early career, TROY grads earn an average salary of $32,760. The student loan default rate of 7.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,563 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 76% are considered full time. This public school has an average net price of $16,530. The student loan default rate of 4.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
78% Graduation Rate
30,737 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $24,018. In their early career, Auburn grads earn an average salary of $49,695.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
14,224 Total Students

63% of the teachers are full time. This public school has an average net price of $16,826. The 6.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

Anthropology Careers in AL

Some of the careers anthropology majors go into include:

Job Title AL Job Growth AL Median Salary
Anthropologists and Archeologists 11% $50,930
Managers 6% $101,560
Anthropology and Archeology Professors 0% $72,740

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to anthropology.

Major Annual Graduates in AL
Political Science & Government 566
Criminology 271
Sociology 223
International Relations & Security 137
Geography & Cartography 127
Economics 107
General Social Sciences 95
Other Social Sciences 17

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View Nationwide Anthropology Report

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