Anthropology at Northwestern University
If you are interested in studying Anthropology, consider the program at Northwestern University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northwestern University is located in Evanston, IL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 26 anthropology degrees were granted at Northwestern University.
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Studying Online at Northwestern University
Many students take online classes at Northwestern University. Among 23,856 students, 781 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,509 (6%) took at least some classes online.
Anthropology Rankings at Northwestern University
Rankings can help you compare Northwestern University’s Anthropology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 269 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #6 of 8 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #28 of 34 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #223 of 267 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 269 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #6 of 8 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #28 of 34 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #223 of 267 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Anthropology graduates at Northwestern University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Anthropology graduates at Northwestern University are 69% women (18) and 31% men (8).
Anthropology Bachelor’s Program at Northwestern University
Among the 14 bachelor’s anthropology graduates at Northwestern University, 86% were women (12) and 14% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 57% of Anthropology bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwestern University, higher than the national average of 38%.*
Anthropology Master’s Program at Northwestern University
Among the 4 master’s anthropology degrees awarded at Northwestern University, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology master’s degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Anthropology Doctoral Program at Northwestern University
Among the 8 doctoral anthropology degrees awarded at Northwestern University, 62% were women (5) and 38% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology doctoral degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 25% of Anthropology doctoral degree recipients at Northwestern University, higher than the national average of 23%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Anthropology Concentrations at Northwestern University
The Anthropology program at Northwestern University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Anthropology | 26 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Anthropology Graduates
Those who complete Anthropology program at Northwestern University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-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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