by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. In addition, we cover how Oakland ranks in comparison to other schools with anthropology programs.
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The bachelor's program at Oakland was ranked #240 on College Factual's Best Schools for anthropology list. It is also ranked #7 in Michigan.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Anthropology Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 230 |
| Best Anthropology Schools | 240 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Oakland University handed out 9 bachelor's degrees in anthropology. This is a decrease of 31% over the previous year when 13 degrees were handed out.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Oakland was $825 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $548 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,429 | $24,737 |
| Books and Supplies | $700 | $700 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,309 | $11,309 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,600 | $2,600 |
Learn more about Oakland tuition and fees.
All of the 9 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in anthropology from Oakland in 2022 were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 67% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Oakland University with a bachelor's in anthropology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Online degrees for the Oakland anthropology bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Oakland Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the anthropology majors at Oakland University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 40 |
| Sociology | 24 |
| International Relations & National Security | 13 |
| Economics | 6 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.