The knowledge of culture, human behavior, history, politics, and language gained from a major in Anthropology forms a solid and versatile career foundation. Graduates in Anthropology might work in research, education, outreach, international relations, social services, human resources, or planning and development. This major is also excellent preparation for law and medical school and graduate studies in anthropology, sociology, and public health.
Anthropology, like many majors, teaches content and skills that can be applied to a wide variety of career fields. This major does not restrict you to a specific field. Following are career possibilities that may most closely relate to this major. Many of the career areas and job titles below require an advanced degree.
Potential Career Areas:
- Research
- Human rights advocacy
- Education
- Historical preservation
- Social services
- International relations
- Human resources
- Forensics
- Planning and development
Sample Employers:
- Museums
- Cultural centers
- Nonprofit organizations
- Colleges and universities
- International aid organization
- Government agencies
- Shelters
- Housing agencies
- Schools
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges:
| Job Title | Salary Range |
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Anthropologist
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$31,300 - $54,200
|
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Forensic Anthropologist
|
$29,000 - $109,000
|
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Museum Conservator
|
$20,010 - $66,050
|
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Human Rights Advocate
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$18,000 - $85,000
|
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Ethnoscientist
|
$33,950 - $55,000
|
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Museum Technician
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$20,600 - $36,160
|
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Travel Agent
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$18,770 - $30,570
|
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Tour Guide
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$15,470 - $23,270
|
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International Aid Worker
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$25,000 - $40,000
|
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Child Protective Services Case Worker
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$24,000 - $59,000
|
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Anthropology Instructor, Postsecondary
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$41,300 - $73,600
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Grant Coordinator
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$36,143 - $43,271
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Museum Education Director
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$18,000 - $45,790
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Human Resources Specialist
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$29,100 - $52,700
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Volunteer Director
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$25,000 - $85,000
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Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2010); DISCOVER (2011); Facts on File: Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center (2011).