Anthropology at University of Mary Washington
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Mary Washington graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Mary Washington graduates earn $25k, placing them in the 25th percentile of all anthropology bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Anthropology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mary Washington | $24,534 | — | — | — |
| George Mason University | $37,081 | — | $23,937 | 0.65 |
| James Madison University | $30,686 | $47,827 | $20,500 | 0.67 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | $30,609 | — | $13,885 | 0.45 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | $22,732 | $31,916 | $13,996 | 0.62 |
| National Median | $27,806 | — | $23,000 | 0.83 |
Other Anthropology Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Mason University Fairfax | $13,815 | $37,081 | $23,937 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $13,576 | $30,686 | $20,500 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $20,986 | $30,609 | $13,885 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $16,458 | $22,732 | $13,996 |
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 University of Mary Washington, approximately 20% 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 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.