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Anthropology Schools in Oregon

235 students earned Anthropology degrees in Oregon in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Anthropology is the 51st most popular major out of a total 277 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Anthropology Majors in Oregon

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 203
Master’s Degree 17
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 9
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 9
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 9
Associate Degree 4
Post-Master’s Certificate 2
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 4.7%
  • Black or African American: 1.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.4%
  • White: 68.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.6%
  • Other Races: 12.8%
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Jobs for Anthropology Grads in Oregon

There are 8,230 people in the state and 474,750 people in the nation working in anthropology jobs.

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Wages for Anthropology Jobs in Oregon

In this state, anthropology grads earn an average of $94,400. Nationwide, they make an average of $94,080.

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There are 9 colleges in Oregon that offer anthropology degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

80 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
21,752 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 3.10% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.29 years.

76 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
32,312 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.80% which is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 80% are considered full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $21,508.

38 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
23,640 Total Students

A typical student attending Portland State University will pay a net price of $12,498. The 4.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. 54% of the teachers are full time.

#4

Reed College

Portland
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,385 Total Students

98% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. Graduates earn an average $38,708 after graduation.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
1,866 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $34,294. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 68% are considered full time.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
1,392 Total Students

98% of the teachers are full time. In their early career, Linfield grads earn an average salary of $60,438. This private school has an average net price of $27,671.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,956 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 35% are considered full time. This public school has an average net price of $11,623.

#8

Pacific University

Forest Grove
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
3,808 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,045. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,858 after earning their degree at this institution.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
4,554 Total Students

95% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. A typical student attending Western Oregon State College will pay a net price of $15,214. Graduates earn an average $37,645 after graduation.

Anthropology Careers in OR

Some of the careers anthropology majors go into include:

Job Title OR Job Growth OR Median Salary
Anthropology and Archeology Professors 17% $88,350
Managers 15% $89,200
Anthropologists and Archeologists 4% $59,510

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

Major Annual Graduates in OR
General Social Sciences 614
Economics 596
Political Science & Government 543
Sociology 341
Geography & Cartography 245
International Relations & Security 56
Sociology & Anthropology 45
Urban Studies 32

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