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Anthropology in Rhode Island

Anthropology Schools in Rhode Island

50 students earned Anthropology degrees in Rhode Island in the 2022-2023 year.

In this state, Anthropology is the 92nd most popular major out of a total 201 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Anthropology Majors in Rhode Island

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 45
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 3
Master’s Degree 2

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of anthropology majors in Rhode Island is as follows:

  • Asian: 16.0%
  • Black or African American: 2.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.0%
  • White: 48.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 12.0%
  • Other Races: 16.0%
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Jobs for Anthropology Grads in Rhode Island

830 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 Rhode Island

Anthropology grads earn an average of $114,660 in the state and $94,080 nationwide.

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There are 3 colleges in Rhode Island that offer anthropology degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

#1

Brown University

Providence
31 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
9,948 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $27,157. 55% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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15 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
17,649 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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#3

Rhode Island College

Providence
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
7,072 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,599. 88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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Anthropology Careers in RI

Some of the careers anthropology majors go into include:

Job Title RI Job Growth RI Median Salary

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

Major Annual Graduates in RI
Economics 375
Political Science & Government 324
Sociology 99
International Relations & Security 70
General Social Sciences 27
Geography & Cartography 18
Urban Studies 18
Other Social Sciences 14

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View Nationwide Anthropology Report

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