Anthropology at California State University-Northridge
If you are interested in studying Anthropology, consider the program at California State University-Northridge. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
California State University-Northridge is in Northridge, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 52 anthropology degrees were awarded at California State University-Northridge.
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Studying Online at California State University-Northridge
Online coursework is an option at California State University-Northridge. Of 38,313 students, 2,866 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 19,186 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Anthropology Rankings at California State University-Northridge
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Northridge’s Anthropology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #27 of 54 |
| Best Value | California | #27 of 54 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #28 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #30 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #36 of 267 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #105 of 269 |
Earnings for Anthropology Graduates from California State University-Northridge
Graduates of California State University-Northridge’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 | $23,145 |
| 2 years | $25,194 |
| 3 years | $30,112 |
| 4 years | $35,354 |
| 5 years | $47,132 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Anthropology graduates from California State University-Northridge report median earnings of $35,354, compared with $62,574 for all California State University-Northridge graduates — about 44% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Anthropology graduates from California State University-Northridge is $17,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Anthropology graduates at California State University-Northridge, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Anthropology graduates at California State University-Northridge are 63% women (33) and 37% men (19).
Anthropology Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Among the 42 bachelor’s anthropology degrees awarded at California State University-Northridge, 62% were women (26) and 38% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 20 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 64% of Anthropology bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, above the national average of 38%.*
Anthropology Master’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Of the 8 master’s anthropology graduates at California State University-Northridge, 75% were women (6) and 25% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Anthropology master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, lower than 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-Northridge
The Anthropology program at California State University-Northridge includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Anthropology | 52 |
Best-Paid Careers for Anthropology Graduates
Those who complete Anthropology program at California State University-Northridge go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Anthropology majors, 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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