Anthropology at Mercer University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Georgia
Anthropology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer University | $30,544* | — | $26,000* | — |
| Emory University | $36,700* | $53,024 | $21,515* | 0.59 |
| University of West Georgia | $31,619* | — | $22,782* | 0.72 |
| Kennesaw State University | $30,544* | $28,514 | $26,787* | 0.88 |
| Georgia State University | $21,157* | $29,264 | $24,358* | 1.15 |
| University of Georgia | $20,396* | $37,575 | $20,366* | 1.00 |
| National Median | $27,806* | — | $23,000* | 0.83 |
Other Anthropology Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emory University Atlanta | $60,774 | $36,700 | $21,515 |
| University of West Georgia Carrollton | $5,971 | $31,619 | $22,782 |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $5,786 | $30,544 | $26,787 |
| Georgia State University Atlanta | $8,478 | $21,157 | $24,358 |
| University of Georgia Athens | $11,180 | $20,396 | $20,366 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Mercer University, approximately 33% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in GA. Actual outcomes may vary.