Best Anthropology Schools in Minnesota

Minnesota has 4 colleges offering Anthropology programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 78 recent graduates. Graduates in Minnesota earn $27,919 on average within two years — 8% above the national average of $25,966, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

School choice matters significantly: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities graduates earn $32,391 while Minnesota State University Moorhead graduates earn $22,329 — a $10,062 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

4
Schools in MN
$27,919
MN Avg. Earnings
$25,966
National Avg.
256
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Anthropology in Minnesota

Public Schools (3)
$26,638
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$31,762
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $5,124 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Anthropology Schools in Minnesota, Ranked by Earnings

#1
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities logo

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Minneapolis, MN · Public

$32,391
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $25,331
Graduates: 56
Acceptance: 77.0%
#2
Hamline University logo

Hamline University

Saint Paul, MN · Private

$31,762
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $31,770
Graduates: 22
Acceptance: 89.8%
#3
University of Minnesota-Duluth logo

University of Minnesota-Duluth

Duluth, MN · Public

$25,194
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 81.8%
#4
Minnesota State University Moorhead logo

Minnesota State University Moorhead

Moorhead, MN · Public

$22,329
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 52.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Anthropology in Minnesota?
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities ranks #1 for Anthropology in Minnesota with median graduate earnings of $32,391 within two years of graduation. There are 4 schools offering Anthropology programs in the state.
How much do Anthropology graduates earn in Minnesota?
Anthropology graduates in Minnesota earn an average of $27,919 within two years of graduation. This is 8% above the national average of $25,966 for this major.
What is the hardest Anthropology school to get into in Minnesota?
Minnesota State University Moorhead is the most selective Anthropology program in Minnesota with an acceptance rate of 52.6%. The average acceptance rate across Anthropology programs in the state is 75.3%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Anthropology in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, private Anthropology programs produce average earnings of $31,762 vs $26,638 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 3 public and 1 private options in the state.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.