Home › Miami University-Oxford › Anthropology

Anthropology at Miami University-Oxford

Oxford, OH · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $34,701/yr (23% vs median)

AI Risk High (47% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (121,600 openings/yr)

ROI 7.7x earnings multiple (3.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #29 of 178 Anthropology programs Top 25%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Anthropology graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$551K	$547K	$501K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	7.7x	7.7x	7.0x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	3.4x	3.4x	3.1x
Probability of Field Employment	44%	41%	30%
DegreeOutlook Score	41	41	35

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$71,236

Out-of-state: $160,100 (3.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$110,648

-55% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$23,000

8.0 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$55,643

60% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Miami University-Oxford's Anthropology graduates start at $34,701/yr — above the $28,155 national average, though not by a wide margin.

A 7.7x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 9% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Anthropology career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $23,000 against $34,701/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

Miami University-Oxford ranks #29 among 178 Anthropology programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

The $34,701-to-$55,643 earnings arc over five years reflects a 60% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Miami University-Oxford

A 82% acceptance rate means Miami University-Oxford is accessible to most applicants, with a mid-sized student body of 16,361 in Oxford, OH.

See all programs and financial aid at Miami University-Oxford →

Top Career Paths

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Medical scientists, except epidemiologists $100,590/yr

Anthropology and archeology teachers, postsecondary $95,770/yr

View all 6 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

Compare & Explore

Anthropology at Other Schools

Other Majors at Miami University-Oxford

Is a Trade Program a Better Fit?

For students who prefer applied learning, trade programs can deliver strong earnings with significantly less debt and shorter time to employment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 41/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Anthropology at Miami University-Oxford?

At 41/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Anthropology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Anthropology at Miami University-Oxford?

The 47% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Is Miami University-Oxford one of the best schools for Anthropology?

Among 178 Anthropology programs, Miami University-Oxford's #29 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →