Cheapest Anthropology Colleges in Connecticut

Connecticut's Anthropology programs show a dramatic cost divide, with University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus offering the most affordable option at $8,896 net price while Trinity College reaches $35,009. The state's UConn regional campuses dominate the lower price range, with four branches under $15,000. Graduates typically earn between $18,771 and $25,774, positioning them well for Connecticut's growing cultural resource management sector driven by the state's historic preservation needs and ongoing development projects. Western Connecticut State University stands out with the highest graduate earnings at $25,774 despite its mid-range net price of $18,617.

Programs

$8,896 – $35,009

Net Price Range

$22,378

Avg. Program Earnings

67.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

13 Anthropology Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury, Connecticut	$8,896	$17,462	59.5%	97.9%
2	University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton, Connecticut	$11,504	$17,462	56.7%	97.4%
3	University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford, Connecticut	$13,339	$17,452	65.4%	97.3%
4	University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford, Connecticut	$14,059	$17,472	56.9%	92.2%
5	Central Connecticut State University New Britain, Connecticut	$16,435	$12,460	49.3%	76.7%
6	Western Connecticut State University Danbury, Connecticut	$18,617	$12,763	50.2%	83.5%
7	Eastern Connecticut State University Willimantic, Connecticut	$20,480	$13,292	58.1%	73.8%
8	Southern Connecticut State University New Haven, Connecticut	$20,877	$12,828	47.8%	82.9%
9	University of Connecticut Storrs, Connecticut	$22,886	$20,366	83.8%	54.5%
10	Yale University New Haven, Connecticut	$27,818	$64,700	96.3%	4.6%
11	Wesleyan University Middletown, Connecticut	$27,888	$67,316	91.6%	14.4%
12	Connecticut College New London, Connecticut	$33,998	$64,812	83.7%	40.4%
13	Trinity College Hartford, Connecticut	$35,009	$67,420	82.8%	36.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes UConn's regional campuses so affordable for Anthropology students?

The four UConn regional campuses offer identical in-state tuition around $17,450 but vary significantly in net price from $8,896 to $14,059 based on financial aid packaging. All campuses maintain acceptance rates above 92%, making them accessible entry points to the UConn system.

How do graduation rates compare between affordable and expensive programs?

Yale University leads with a 96.3% graduation rate at $27,818 net cost, while the most affordable option at UConn-Waterbury shows a 59.5% rate. Central Connecticut State University has the lowest graduation rate at 49.3% despite moderate costs of $16,435.

Is there a correlation between program cost and post-graduation earnings?

Surprisingly, Western Connecticut State University produces the highest-earning graduates at $25,774 with only an $18,617 net price. Meanwhile, Central Connecticut State costs less at $16,435 but shows the lowest earnings at $18,771.

What explains the $26,000 gap between cheapest and most expensive programs?

The gap reflects Connecticut's mix of public regional campuses and elite private colleges. Public options range from $8,896 to $22,886, while private institutions start at $27,818, with Trinity College topping out at $35,009 net price.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.