Best Anthropology Schools in Tennessee

Tennessee has 6 colleges offering Anthropology programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 97 recent graduates. Graduates earn $26,095 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $25,966.

Schools in TN

$26,095

TN Avg. Earnings

$25,966

National Avg.

256

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Anthropology in Tennessee

Public Schools (4)

$23,156

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (2)

$31,974

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $8,818 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Anthropology Schools in Tennessee, Ranked by Earnings

University of Memphis

Memphis, TN · Public

$19,455

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $26,719

Graduates: 23

Acceptance: 93.4%

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Knoxville, TN · Public

$29,467

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $24,635

Graduates: 54

Acceptance: 46.0%

Middle Tennessee State University

Murfreesboro, TN · Public

$22,192

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $23,173

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: 68.0%

Rhodes College

Memphis, TN · Private

$37,208

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 49.7%

Lee University

Cleveland, TN · Private

$26,739

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 72.2%

East Tennessee State University

Johnson City, TN · Public

$21,508

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 87.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Anthropology in Tennessee?

University of Memphis ranks #1 for Anthropology in Tennessee with median graduate earnings of $19,455 within two years of graduation. There are 6 schools offering Anthropology programs in the state.

How much do Anthropology graduates earn in Tennessee?

Anthropology graduates in Tennessee earn an average of $26,095 within two years of graduation. This is near the national average of $25,966 for this major.

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

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is the most selective Anthropology program in Tennessee with an acceptance rate of 46.0%. The average acceptance rate across Anthropology programs in the state is 69.4%.

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

In Tennessee, private Anthropology programs produce average earnings of $31,974 vs $23,156 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 4 public and 2 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Tennessee

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $67,457 Chemical Engineering $66,750 Engineering, General $62,877 Computer Science $59,925 Computer Engineering $59,120 Civil Engineering $58,536 Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions $57,018 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $56,708

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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.