Compare 10 Anthropology. programs in Pennsylvania. Average earnings: $35,746.
The highest-earning Anthropology program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $22K earnings gap across 10 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Temple University's Anthropology program leads with graduates earning $44,000, followed closely by Bryn Mawr College at $43,500. The average across all programs is $35,700, demonstrating that program quality varies dramatically even within the same field and region.
For students, Temple University achieves a 15.6% payment burden with manageable loan payments, but when parent loans are included, Pennsylvania Western University leads with a 36.4% family burden—proof that the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Temple UniversityPublic | $43,997 | 23 | $24,395 | Manageable | $36,495 | High |
| #2 | Bryn Mawr CollegePrivate | $43,499 | 14 | $25,000 | Manageable | $40,058 | High |
| #3 | $42,219 | 65 | $24,250 | Manageable | $35,031 | High | |
| #4 | $41,386 | 14 | $26,798 | Challenging | $26,073 | High | |
| #5 | $39,232 | 5 | $23,725 | Challenging | $17,794 | High | |
| #6 | $35,525 | 26 | $25,000 | High | $38,368 | High | |
| #7 | $31,901 | 13 | $23,507 | High | $29,193 | High | |
| #8 | $29,685 | 8 | $26,000 | High | $26,389 | High | |
| #9 | $28,055 | 20 | $26,000 | High | $26,233 | High | |
| #10 | $21,964 | 6 | $23,500 | High | $25,362 | 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 →
