Best Anthropology Schools in Wisconsin

Wisconsin has 3 colleges offering Anthropology programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 76 recent graduates. Graduates in Wisconsin earn $23,962 on average within two years — 8% below the national average of $25,966. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

3
Schools in WI
$23,962
WI Avg. Earnings
$25,966
National Avg.
256
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Anthropology in Wisconsin

Public Schools (2)
$25,702
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$20,482
avg. 2yr earnings

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

Anthropology Schools in Wisconsin, Ranked by Earnings

#1
University of Wisconsin-Madison logo

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Madison, WI · Public

$23,456
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $31,599
Graduates: 38
Acceptance: 43.4%
#2
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee logo

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI · Public

$27,947
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $24,064
Graduates: 38
Acceptance: 88.4%
#3
Beloit College logo

Beloit College

Beloit, WI · Private

$20,482
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 57.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Anthropology in Wisconsin?
University of Wisconsin-Madison ranks #1 for Anthropology in Wisconsin with median graduate earnings of $23,456 within two years of graduation. There are 3 schools offering Anthropology programs in the state.
How much do Anthropology graduates earn in Wisconsin?
Anthropology graduates in Wisconsin earn an average of $23,962 within two years of graduation. This is 8% below the national average of $25,966 for this major.
What is the hardest Anthropology school to get into in Wisconsin?
University of Wisconsin-Madison is the most selective Anthropology program in Wisconsin with an acceptance rate of 43.4%. The average acceptance rate across Anthropology programs in the state is 63.0%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Anthropology in Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin, private Anthropology programs produce average earnings of $20,482 vs $25,702 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 2 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.