Anthropology at Whittier College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Anthropology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (47 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whittier College | — | — | — | — |
| Ashford University | $34,382 | $39,200 | $41,859 | 1.22 |
| California State University-Sacramento | $32,460 | $44,404 | $20,675 | 0.64 |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $32,300 | $46,401 | $15,000 | 0.46 |
| Sonoma State University | $31,744 | $40,381 | $19,249 | 0.61 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara | $31,420 | $48,435 | $19,500 | 0.62 |
| National Median | $27,806 | — | $23,000 | 0.83 |
Other Anthropology Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford University San Diego | $13,160 | $34,382 | $41,859 |
| California State University-Sacramento Sacramento | $7,602 | $32,460 | $20,675 |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $32,300 | $15,000 |
| Sonoma State University Rohnert Park | $8,190 | $31,744 | $19,249 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | $14,965 | $31,420 | $19,500 |
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 Whittier College, approximately 32% 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.