by our College Data Analytics TeamIn 2025, College Factual analyzed 2 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Sociology & Anthropology Schools in the Plains States Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 58 degrees in sociology & anthropology to qualified students.
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Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Sociology & Anthropology Schools in the Plains States Region ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision. If you'd like to restrict your choices to just one part of the country, you can filter this list by location.
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The schools below may not offer all types of sociology & anthropology degrees so you may want to filter by degree level first. However, they are great for the degree levels they do offer.
It's hard to beat Carleton College if you want to pursue a degree in sociology & anthropology. Carleton is a small private not-for-profit college located in the town of Northfield.More information about a degree in sociology & anthropology from Carleton College
It's hard to beat St Olaf College if you wish to pursue a degree in sociology & anthropology. St. Olaf is a small private not-for-profit college located in the distant town of Northfield.More information about a degree in sociology & anthropology from St Olaf College
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Sociology & Anthropology is one of 13 different types of Social Sciences programs to choose from.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sociology & Anthropology | 58 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 2,147 |
| Economics | 1,990 |
| Sociology | 1,225 |
| Anthropology | 561 |
| Geography & Cartography | 512 |
| General Social Sciences | 473 |
| International Relations & National Security | 387 |
| Other Social Sciences | 111 |
| Urban Studies | 58 |
| Archeology | 16 |
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