Compare 9 Anthropology. programs in Florida. Average earnings: $33,074.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Anthropology tells a different story. Across 9 programs in Florida, earnings range from $24,035 to $47,067—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Florida State University's Anthropology program leads with graduates earning $47,067, well above the state average of $33,074. University of Florida follows at $41,364, while University of North Florida reaches $37,248—proving that program-specific factors drive outcomes more than institutional prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Florida State graduates borrow $18,000 and face just a 10.1% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. That means loan payments take a manageable bite out of their post-grad income, with a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.38.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Florida State UniversityPublic | $47,067 | 43 | $18,000 | Good | $17,000 | Challenging |
| #2 | University Of FloridaPublic | $41,364 | 137 | $15,000 | Good | $18,837 | High |
| #3 | $37,248 | 32 | $15,531 | Manageable | $13,835 | High | |
| #4 | $34,426 | 88 | $17,988 | Challenging | $15,541 | High | |
| #5 | $33,918 | 24 | $16,624 | Challenging | $12,269 | High | |
| #6 | $27,017 | 106 | $18,190 | High | $16,036 | High | |
| #7 | $26,622 | 23 | $17,236 | High | $15,000 | High | |
| #8 | Eckerd CollegePrivate | $25,967 | 11 | $27,000 | High | $52,772 | High |
| #9 | University Of MiamiPrivate | $24,035 | 20 | $17,500 | High | $37,267 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
