Anthropology at University of North Carolina Asheville
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of North Carolina Asheville graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of North Carolina Asheville graduates earn $25k, placing them in the 26th percentile of all anthropology bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Anthropology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina Asheville | $24,639 | — | $25,056* | — |
| Duke University | $43,924 | $65,916 | —* | — |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $36,211 | $41,213 | $11,982* | 0.33 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh | $29,518 | — | $26,000* | 0.88 |
| Western Carolina University | $28,262 | $38,932 | $22,595* | 0.80 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | $27,805 | $41,666 | $27,750* | 1.00 |
| National Median | $27,806 | — | $23,000* | 0.83 |
Other Anthropology Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University Durham | $65,805 | $43,924 | — |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $8,989 | $36,211 | $11,982 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $8,895 | $29,518 | $26,000 |
| Western Carolina University Cullowhee | $4,532 | $28,262 | $22,595 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $7,214 | $27,805 | $27,750 |
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 North Carolina Asheville, approximately 31% 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 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.