by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, 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 JMU ranks among other schools offering degrees in anthropology.
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The bachelor's program at JMU was ranked #93 on College Factual's Best Schools for anthropology list. It is also ranked #3 in Virginia.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, James Madison University handed out 33 bachelor's degrees in anthropology. This is an increase of 10% over the previous year when 30 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of anthropology students who receive their bachelor's degree at JMU is $32,082. This is higher than $25,284, which is the national median for all anthropology bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at JMU, anthropology students borrow a median amount of $20,500 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all anthropology bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $24,000.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the anthropology majors at James Madison University.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 33 anthropology majors earned their bachelor's degree from JMU. Of these graduates, 18% were men and 82% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 70% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from James Madison University with a bachelor's in anthropology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 23 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 130 |
| International Relations & National Security | 78 |
| Geography & Cartography | 63 |
| Economics | 57 |
| Sociology | 55 |
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