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Anthropology Schools in Georgia

233 students earned Anthropology degrees in Georgia in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Anthropology is the 87th most popular major out of a total 292 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Anthropology Majors in Georgia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 196
Master’s Degree 24
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 5
Post-Master’s Certificate 5

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 10.3%
  • Black or African American: 12.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 10.7%
  • White: 55.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.1%
  • Other Races: 8.2%
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Jobs for Anthropology Grads in Georgia

14,620 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 Georgia

A typical salary for a anthropology grad in the state is $67,550, compared to a typical salary of $94,080 nationwide.

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There are 8 colleges in Georgia that offer anthropology degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

#1

Emory University

Atlanta
62 Degrees in Major Awarded
90% Graduation Rate
13,997 Total Students

The 1.40% student loan default rate is lower than average. This private institution charges an average net price of $22,597. Most students complete their degree in 4.12 years.

54 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
36,360 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 5.90% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.61 years. In their early career, Georgia State grads earn an average salary of $34,072.

46 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
39,147 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.27 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 93% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 92% get financial aid.

32 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
41,181 Total Students

A typical student attending KSU Georgia will pay a net price of $18,522. Graduates earn an average $43,250 after graduation. Most students complete their degree in 4.84 years.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
13,419 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.64 years. 94% of students get financical aid. 81% of the teachers are full time.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
26,949 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 5.30% which is lower than average. It takes the average student 4.58 years to graduate. In their early career, GaSou grads earn an average salary of $39,820.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
31% Graduation Rate
8,920 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 3.50% which is lower than average. The average student takes 4.81 years to complete their degree at Augusta University. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
9,006 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $42,312 after graduation. The student loan default rate is 3.50% which is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 96%.

Anthropology Careers in GA

Some of the careers anthropology majors go into include:

Job Title GA Job Growth GA Median Salary
Managers 9% $109,920
Anthropologists and Archeologists 0% $60,810

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

Major Annual Graduates in GA
Political Science & Government 1,199
Sociology 766
Economics 642
International Relations & Security 505
Criminology 321
Geography & Cartography 95
General Social Sciences 51
Sociology & Anthropology 50

View all majors related to Anthropology

View Nationwide Anthropology Report

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