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Anthropology at The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $31,369/yr (11% vs median)

AI Risk High (47% exposed)

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

ROI 10.3x earnings multiple (2.8x out-of-state)

Ranked #80 of 178 Anthropology programs Top 50%

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	$478K	$479K	$451K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.2x	10.3x	9.7x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	2.8x	2.8x	2.6x
Probability of Field Employment	44%	41%	30%
DegreeOutlook Score	35	35	30

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$46,712

Out-of-state: $171,112 (2.8x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$78,712

-69% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,809

7.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$43,067

37% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

The University of Texas at Austin's Anthropology graduates start at $31,369/yr — above the $28,155 national average, though not by a wide margin.

With a 10.3x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 6% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Anthropology career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $19,809 against $31,369/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #80 ranking among 178 Anthropology programs places The University of Texas at Austin in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 37% earnings increase from $31,369 to $43,067 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About The University of Texas at Austin

Admission to The University of Texas at Austin is competitive, with 29% of applicants accepted, one of the larger campuses at 42,100 students in Austin, TX.

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Top Career Paths

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Medical scientists, except epidemiologists $100,590/yr

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 35/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Anthropology at The University of Texas at Austin?

At 35/100, 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 The University of Texas at Austin?

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.

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