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Anthropology at University at Albany

Albany, NY · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $29,900/yr (6% vs median)

AI Risk High (47% exposed)

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

ROI 11.6x earnings multiple (4.2x out-of-state)

Ranked #85 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	$481K	$482K	$453K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	11.5x	11.6x	10.9x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.1x	4.2x	3.9x
Probability of Field Employment	44%	41%	30%
DegreeOutlook Score	35	34	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)

$41,632

Out-of-state: $115,992 (4.2x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$73,944

-78% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,500

7.8 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$43,029

44% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $29,900 at University at Albany come in 6% above the national median of $28,155 for Anthropology programs.

With a 11.6x 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 $19,500 against $29,900/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #85 ranking among 178 Anthropology programs places University at Albany in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 44% earnings increase from $29,900 to $43,029 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University at Albany

A 70% admission rate makes University at Albany accessible to a wide range of qualified students, enrolling 12,100 students in Albany, NY. With 42% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum.

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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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 34/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Anthropology at University at Albany?

At 34/100, 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 University at Albany?

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 →