Anthropology at Northwestern University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northwestern University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northwestern University graduates earn $33k, placing them in the 85th percentile of all anthropology bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Anthropology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University | $33,208 | — | — | — |
| University of Illinois Chicago | $30,648 | $38,139 | $24,348 | 0.79 |
| Loyola University Chicago | $26,977 | — | — | — |
| Illinois State University | $25,913 | $43,391 | $25,333 | 0.98 |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville | $23,379 | — | $25,000 | 1.07 |
| DePaul University | $18,950 | $40,730 | $26,533 | 1.40 |
| National Median | $27,806 | — | $23,000 | 0.83 |
Other Anthropology Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $14,338 | $30,648 | $24,348 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $51,716 | $26,977 | — |
| Illinois State University Normal | $16,021 | $25,913 | $25,333 |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville | $12,922 | $23,379 | $25,000 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $44,460 | $18,950 | $26,533 |
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 Northwestern 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.