Anthropology at New York University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Anthropology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (47 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York University | — | $53,355 | — | — |
| Fordham University | $40,384 | $46,873 | $24,000 | 0.59 |
| CUNY Lehman College | $38,879 | $46,493 | $13,722 | 0.35 |
| SUNY Oneonta | $32,493 | $45,936 | $21,500 | 0.66 |
| Binghamton University | $30,978 | $49,465 | $22,250 | 0.72 |
| University at Albany | $29,900 | $41,534 | $23,250 | 0.78 |
| National Median | $27,806 | — | $23,000 | 0.83 |
Other Anthropology Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fordham University Bronx | $61,992 | $40,384 | $24,000 |
| CUNY Lehman College Bronx | $7,410 | $38,879 | $13,722 |
| SUNY Oneonta Oneonta | $8,812 | $32,493 | $21,500 |
| Binghamton University Vestal | $10,363 | $30,978 | $22,250 |
| University at Albany Albany | $10,408 | $29,900 | $23,250 |
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 New York University, approximately 19% 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.