by our College Data Analytics Team
[Anatomy](/majors/biological-biomedical-sciences/cell-biology-anatomical-sciences/anatomy/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. A high-value program keeps cost low while graduates go on to earn well.
College Factual analyzed 1 schools to build this 2027 ranking of the best value anatomy schools.
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Below are the schools that deliver the strongest value in anatomy, balancing cost against outcomes.
Our analysis ranked Duke University the best value for a degree in anatomy in North Carolina. Set in the city of Durham, Duke University is a large private not-for-profit institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $68,758. Typical student debt for anatomy graduates is $12,000. Soon after graduation, anatomy degree recipients from Duke University generally make around $88,981. Set against $12,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 6%.
This ranking is produced by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. Schools are scored on the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 1 school evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the one ranked school only.
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