Anthropology at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Massachusetts-Amherst graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Massachusetts-Amherst graduates earn $24k, placing them in the 24th percentile of all anthropology bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Anthropology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts-Amherst | $24,120 | — | — | — |
| University of Massachusetts-Boston | $36,565 | $40,420 | $24,362 | 0.67 |
| Brandeis University | $35,390 | $54,960 | $26,000 | 0.73 |
| Wellesley College | $31,973 | — | — | — |
| Boston University | $26,934 | $47,165 | $25,250 | 0.94 |
| Mount Holyoke College | $19,655 | — | $21,178 | 1.08 |
| National Median | $27,806 | — | $23,000 | 0.83 |
Other Anthropology Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston | $15,496 | $36,565 | $24,362 |
| Brandeis University Waltham | $64,946 | $35,390 | $26,000 |
| Wellesley College Wellesley | $64,320 | $31,973 | — |
| Boston University Boston | $65,168 | $26,934 | $25,250 |
| Mount Holyoke College South Hadley | $64,142 | $19,655 | $21,178 |
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 Massachusetts-Amherst, 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 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.