2023 Best Anthropology Master's Degree Schools in Virginia
Finding the Best Anthropology Master's Degree School for You
In 2020-2021, 219 degrees and certificates were awarded to anthropology students who went to a Virginia college or university. This makes it the #97 most popular major in the state.
There are so many programs in today's world that it can tough to figure out which one is the right one for you. As online education oppotunities continue to grow, you're not restricted to just schools in your local area anymore. Even some of the 'big name' schools are offering online courses. Also, there are a number of trade schools with offerings that you might find attractive.
Along with in-depth profiles of schools and the programs they offer, Course Advisor has created the Best Anthropology Master's Degree Schools in Virginia to help you in your search for the best school for you. Our analysis looked at 3 schools in Virginia to see which master's degree programs offered the best educational experiences for students. The factors used to develop this ranking include those related to how in-demand the school is, the overall quality of the school, and post-graduation wages, and more.
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2023 Best Anthropology Master’s Degree Schools in Virginia
The colleges and universities below are the best for anthropology majors pursuing a master's degree.
Top Virginia Schools for a Master's in Anthropology
Our analysis found University of Virginia - Main Campus to be the best school for anthropology students who want to pursue a master’s degree in Virginia. Located in the suburb of Charlottesville, University of Virginia is a public college with a fairly large student population.
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You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend William & Mary. It ranked #2 on our 2023 Best Anthropology Master’s Degree Schools in Virginia list. Located in the suburb of Williamsburg, William & Mary is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.
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A rank of #3 on this year’s list means George Mason University is a great place for anthropology students working on their master’s degree. Located in the suburb of Fairfax, GMU is a public college with a very large student population.
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| State | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 233 |
| North Carolina | 406 |
| Florida | 541 |
| Tennessee | 154 |
| Kentucky | 103 |
| South Carolina | 78 |
| Louisiana | 88 |
| Arkansas | 68 |
| Alabama | 97 |
| Mississippi | 54 |
| West Virginia | 13 |
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Rankings in Majors Related to Anthropology
Anthropology is one of 12 different types of programs to choose from.
Most Popular Majors Related to Anthropology
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 49,282 |
| Economics | 49,055 |
| Sociology | 38,475 |
| General Social Sciences | 18,997 |
| International Relations & National Security | 14,306 |
Notes and References
*These averages are for the top 3 schools only.
- Read more about our ranking methodology.
- The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
- Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
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