Best Anthropology Schools in Oregon

Oregon has 5 colleges offering Anthropology programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 223 recent graduates. Graduates in Oregon earn $27,783 on average within two years — 7% above the national average of $25,966, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

Schools in OR

$27,783

OR Avg. Earnings

$25,966

National Avg.

256

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Anthropology in Oregon

Public Schools (4)

$29,352

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (1)

$21,508

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Oregon produce comparable or higher early earnings for Anthropology graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Anthropology Schools in Oregon, Ranked by Earnings

University of Oregon

Eugene, OR · Public

$27,947

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $27,377

Graduates: 64

Acceptance: 85.1%

Oregon State University

Corvallis, OR · Public

$32,391

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $27,550

Graduates: 56

Acceptance: 78.8%

Oregon State University-Cascades Campus

Bend, OR · Public

$32,391

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $27,550

Graduates: 56

Acceptance: 68.4%

Portland State University

Portland, OR · Public

$24,679

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $28,090

Graduates: 47

Acceptance: 90.9%

Willamette University

Salem, OR · Private

$21,508

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 79.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Anthropology in Oregon?

University of Oregon ranks #1 for Anthropology in Oregon with median graduate earnings of $27,947 within two years of graduation. There are 5 schools offering Anthropology programs in the state.

How much do Anthropology graduates earn in Oregon?

Anthropology graduates in Oregon earn an average of $27,783 within two years of graduation. This is 7% above the national average of $25,966 for this major.

What is the hardest Anthropology school to get into in Oregon?

Oregon State University-Cascades Campus is the most selective Anthropology program in Oregon with an acceptance rate of 68.4%. The average acceptance rate across Anthropology programs in the state is 80.5%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Anthropology in Oregon?

In Oregon, private Anthropology programs produce average earnings of $21,508 vs $29,352 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 4 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Oregon

Computer Science $76,614 Construction Engineering $71,295 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $69,675 Manufacturing Engineering $69,338 Dental Support Services and Allied Professions $68,168 Industrial Engineering $67,420 Chemical Engineering $63,600 Engineering, Other $62,991

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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.