Anthropology at University of Iowa
If you are interested in studying Anthropology, you may want to check out the program at University of Iowa. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Iowa sits in Iowa City, IA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 26 anthropology degrees were granted at University of Iowa.
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Studying Online at University of Iowa
Distance learning is available at University of Iowa. Among 30,779 students, 3,028 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,742 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Anthropology Rankings at University of Iowa
Use these rankings to compare University of Iowa’s Anthropology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #3 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #7 of 14 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #12 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #146 of 269 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #203 of 267 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #3 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #7 of 14 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #12 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #146 of 269 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #203 of 267 |
Earnings for Anthropology Graduates from University of Iowa
Graduates of University of Iowa’s Anthropology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,973 |
| 2 years | $25,967 |
| 3 years | $34,929 |
| 4 years | $36,836 |
| 5 years | $42,460 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Anthropology graduates from University of Iowa earn a median of $36,836, compared with $69,768 for all University of Iowa graduates — about 47% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Anthropology graduates from University of Iowa stands at $25,696.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Anthropology graduates at University of Iowa, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Anthropology graduates at University of Iowa are 77% women (20) and 23% men (6).
Anthropology Bachelor’s Program at University of Iowa
Of the 21 bachelor’s anthropology graduates at University of Iowa, 81% were women (17) and 19% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 10% of Anthropology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Iowa, below the national average of 38%.*
Anthropology Master’s Program at University of Iowa
Among the 3 master’s anthropology degrees awarded at University of Iowa, 67% were women (2) and 33% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology master’s degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
Anthropology Doctoral Program at University of Iowa
Among the 2 doctoral anthropology graduates at University of Iowa, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology doctoral degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Anthropology Concentrations at University of Iowa
This Anthropology program at University of Iowa breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Anthropology | 26 |
Top-Paying Careers for Anthropology Graduates
Graduates of the Anthropology program at University of Iowa 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.