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Anthropology Schools in New Jersey

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

In terms of popularity, Anthropology is the 99th most popular major in the state out of a total 276 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Anthropology Majors in New Jersey

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 112
Master’s Degree 16
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 6
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 6
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 6

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of anthropology majors in New Jersey is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.5%
  • Black or African American: 9.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 17.2%
  • White: 43.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 7.5%
  • Other Races: 14.9%
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Jobs for Anthropology Grads in New Jersey

18,560 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 New Jersey

Anthropology grads earn an average of $100,800 in the state and $94,080 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in New Jersey that offer anthropology degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

Princeton University

Princeton
48 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
7,853 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 62% get financial aid. In their early career, Princeton grads earn an average salary of $84,713. Most students complete their degree in 4.10 years.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
50,411 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the students who attend this school, 66% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $54,962 after earning their degree at this institution.

#3

Monmouth University

West Long Branch
18 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
5,674 Total Students

The 3.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $51,158 after graduation.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
21,005 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.39 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 82% of students receive it. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $46,890 a year.

#5

Drew University

Madison
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
2,229 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $25,776. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 97% of students receive it. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.90%.

#6

Seton Hall University

South Orange
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
9,814 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This private institution charges an average net price of $32,634. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $54,071 a year.

#7

Rowan University

Glassboro
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
19,678 Total Students

89% of students get financical aid. A typical student attending Rowan will pay a net price of $27,158. Most students complete their degree in 4.36 years.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
13,231 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $15,996. 85% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. In their early career, Rutgers Newark grads earn an average salary of $54,962.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
9,635 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 7.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $43,130 a year. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 98% are considered full time.

#10

Saint Peter's University

Jersey City
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
3,197 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $12,470. 37% of the teachers are full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $42,756 a year.

Anthropology Careers in NJ

Some of the careers anthropology majors go into include:

Job Title NJ Job Growth NJ Median Salary
Managers 7% $127,510

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

Major Annual Graduates in NJ
Economics 843
Political Science & Government 792
General Social Sciences 738
Sociology 543
Criminology 222
International Relations & Security 185
Geography & Cartography 67
Other Social Sciences 61

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