Here, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Rutgers New Brunswick ranks among other schools offering degrees in anthropology.
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The bachelor's program at Rutgers New Brunswick was ranked #144 on College Factual's Best Schools for anthropology list. It is also ranked #2 in New Jersey.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Rutgers University - New Brunswick handed out 20 bachelor's degrees in anthropology. This is a decrease of 29% over the previous year when 28 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 1 students received their master’s degree in anthropology from Rutgers New Brunswick. This makes it the #137 most popular school for anthropology master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 3 students received their doctoral degrees in anthropology in 2021, making the school the #49 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
The median salary of anthropology students who receive their bachelor's degree at Rutgers New Brunswick is $23,594. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $25,284 for all anthropology students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Rutgers New Brunswick, anthropology students borrow a median amount of $26,750 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $24,000 for all anthropology majors across the country.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the anthropology majors at Rutgers University - New Brunswick.
Of the 20 anthropology students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2020-2021 from Rutgers New Brunswick, about 30% were men and 70% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 60% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rutgers University - New Brunswick with a bachelor's in anthropology.
Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
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Asian | 3 |
Black or African American | 0 |
Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
White | 12 |
Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
Other Races | 3 |
All of the 1 students who graduated with a Master’s in anthropology from Rutgers New Brunswick in 2021 were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rutgers University - New Brunswick with a master's in anthropology.
Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
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Asian | 0 |
Black or African American | 0 |
Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
White | 0 |
Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
Other Races | 0 |
Related Major | Annual Graduates |
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Economics | 404 |
Political Science & Government | 192 |
Other Social Sciences | 35 |
Sociology | 34 |
Geography & Cartography | 22 |
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