Anthropology at University of Pennsylvania
If you plan to study Anthropology, you may want to check out the program at University of Pennsylvania. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Pennsylvania sits in Philadelphia, PA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 43 anthropology graduations were recorded at University of Pennsylvania.
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Studying Online at University of Pennsylvania
Distance learning is available at University of Pennsylvania. Among 29,109 students, 3,249 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,003 (3%) took at least some classes online.
Anthropology Rankings at University of Pennsylvania
Rankings can help you compare University of Pennsylvania’s Anthropology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #1 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #1 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #6 of 269 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #8 of 11 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #27 of 38 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #241 of 267 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #1 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #1 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #6 of 269 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #8 of 11 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #27 of 38 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #241 of 267 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Anthropology graduates at University of Pennsylvania, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Anthropology graduates at University of Pennsylvania are 77% women (33) and 23% men (10).
Anthropology Bachelor’s Program at University of Pennsylvania
Among the 21 bachelor’s anthropology graduates at University of Pennsylvania, 90% were women (19) and 10% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 52% of Anthropology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania, above the national average of 38%.*
Anthropology Master’s Program at University of Pennsylvania
Of the 6 master’s anthropology degrees awarded at University of Pennsylvania, 67% were women (4) and 33% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology master’s degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 33% of Anthropology master’s degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania, above the national average of 27%.*
Anthropology Doctoral Program at University of Pennsylvania
Among the 16 doctoral anthropology degrees awarded at University of Pennsylvania, 62% were women (10) and 38% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Anthropology doctoral degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of Anthropology doctoral degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania, 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 University of Pennsylvania
The Anthropology program at University of Pennsylvania includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Anthropology | 43 |
Top-Paying Careers for Anthropology Graduates
Students who finish Anthropology program at University of Pennsylvania pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.