Anthropology at California State University-Fullerton
What traits are you looking for in a school for Anthropology, you may want to check out the program at California State University-Fullerton. Get started with the following essential facts.
California State University-Fullerton is located in Fullerton, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 37 anthropology graduations were recorded at California State University-Fullerton.
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Online Class Availability at California State University-Fullerton
Online coursework is an option at California State University-Fullerton. Among 43,662 students, 3,776 (9%) studied exclusively online and 23,263 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Anthropology Rankings at California State University-Fullerton
These rankings give you a sense of how California State University-Fullerton’s Anthropology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #9 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #10 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #11 of 267 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #15 of 70 |
| Best Value | California | #17 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #51 of 269 |
Earnings for Anthropology Graduates from California State University-Fullerton
Graduates of California State University-Fullerton’s Anthropology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,149 |
| 3 years | $38,305 |
| 4 years | $48,746 |
| 5 years | $51,703 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Anthropology graduates from California State University-Fullerton report median earnings of $48,746, compared with $67,546 for all California State University-Fullerton graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Anthropology graduates from California State University-Fullerton stands at $14,404.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Anthropology graduates at California State University-Fullerton, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Anthropology graduates at California State University-Fullerton are 86% women (32) and 14% men (5).
Anthropology Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Fullerton
Among the 32 bachelor’s anthropology degrees awarded at California State University-Fullerton, 84% were women (27) and 16% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 16 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 62% of Anthropology bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton, higher than the national average of 38%.*
Anthropology Master’s Program at California State University-Fullerton
Among the 5 master’s anthropology graduates at California State University-Fullerton, 100% were women (5) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 40% of Anthropology master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton, above the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Anthropology Concentrations at California State University-Fullerton
The Anthropology program at California State University-Fullerton offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Anthropology | 37 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Anthropology Graduates
Graduates of the Anthropology program at California State University-Fullerton pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Anthropology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Forensic Science Technicians | $85,117 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Anthropologists and Archeologists | $72,345 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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