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Anthropology at The University of Montana

Missoula, MT · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $30,011/yr (7% vs median)

AI Risk High (47% exposed)

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

ROI 14.1x earnings multiple (3.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #73 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	$457K	$460K	$437K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	14.0x	14.1x	13.4x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	3.6x	3.6x	3.5x
Probability of Field Employment	44%	41%	30%
DegreeOutlook Score	36	35	31

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$32,608

Out-of-state: $126,488 (3.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$68,472

-110% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$25,000

10.0 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$39,120

30% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $30,011/yr, edging above the $28,155 national average for Anthropology — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand.

With a 14.1x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 4% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Anthropology career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $25,000 against $30,011/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #73 ranking among 178 Anthropology programs places The University of Montana in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 30% earnings increase from $30,011 to $39,120 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About The University of Montana

The University of Montana has a 96% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, with a mid-sized student body of 7,079 in Missoula, MT.

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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 Montana?

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 Montana?

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 →