Compare 5 Anthropology. programs in Indiana. Average earnings: $39,570.
The highest-earning Anthropology program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $27K earnings gap across 5 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University Of Notre Dame's Anthropology program leads with graduates earning $55,714—well above the $39,570 average across Indiana programs. Indiana University-Indianapolis follows at $41,135, while Indiana University-Bloomington trails at $37,623, showing how program outcomes vary even within the same university system.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University Of Notre Dame graduates borrow $19,000 and face just a 7.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income.
Highest program earnings: $55,714
Strong outcomes ($41,135) with 81% acceptance
7.9% payment burden | Excellent
27.3% family burden | High burden
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of Notre DamePrivate | $55,714 | 26 | $19,000 | Excellent | $40,731 | High |
| #2 | $41,135 | 23 | $20,000 | Manageable | $17,205 | High | |
| #3 | $37,623 | 22 | $19,509 | Manageable | $32,850 | High | |
| #4 | Ball State UniversityPublic | $34,792 | 14 | $23,250 | High | $20,800 | High |
| #5 | $28,587 | 15 | $19,500 | High | $29,448 | 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 →
