Cheapest Anthropology Colleges in Georgia

Augusta University delivers Georgia's most affordable anthropology education at just $13,347 net cost, while Emory commands $23,911 despite its 91.80% graduation rate. The $10,564 gap between cheapest and most expensive reflects Georgia's mix of accessible public options and elite private institutions. With Atlanta's film industry increasingly seeking cultural consultants and the state's logistics sector requiring cross-cultural expertise, anthropology graduates earn between $17,489 and $27,874 depending on their program choice.

Programs

$13,347 – $23,911

Net Price Range

$21,768

Avg. Program Earnings

62.2%

Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Anthropology Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Augusta University Augusta, Georgia	$13,347	$8,122	48.6%	85.5%
2	University of Georgia Athens, Georgia	$13,816	$11,180	87.2%	42.6%
3	University of West Georgia Carrollton, Georgia	$15,450	$5,971	42.7%	80.1%
4	Georgia State University Atlanta, Georgia	$15,931	$8,478	53.7%	66.8%
5	Georgia Southern University Statesboro, Georgia	$16,531	$5,905	52.1%	88.9%
6	Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, Georgia	$16,972	$5,786	48.1%	67.9%
7	Mercer University Macon, Georgia	$22,350	$40,890	73.4%	74.7%
8	Emory University Atlanta, Georgia	$23,911	$60,774	91.8%	11.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Georgia stand out among affordable anthropology programs?

UGA combines a low $13,816 net cost with an impressive 87.20% graduation rate and highly selective 42.55% acceptance rate. Graduates earn $20,824 annually while carrying manageable debt of $20,003, making it both accessible and academically rigorous.

How do graduation rates vary among Georgia's budget-friendly anthropology schools?

Public universities show dramatic differences, from Augusta University's 48.60% to UGA's 87.20% graduation rate. Georgia State achieves a solid 53.70% rate at just $15,931 net cost, while Georgia Southern graduates 52.10% of students despite the lowest in-state tuition at $5,905.

Does attending a more expensive anthropology program guarantee higher earnings?

Georgia State graduates earn the highest salaries at $27,874 despite a moderate $15,931 net cost, outpacing even Emory's $21,964 average. Georgia Southern produces the lowest earners at $17,489, showing that program location and industry connections matter more than price tag.

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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.