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About Archeology

A program that focuses on the systematic study of extinct societies, and the past of living societies, via the excavation, analysis and interpretation of their artifactual, human, and associated remains. Includes instruction in archeological theory, field methods, dating methods, conservation and museum studies, cultural and physical evolution, and the study of specific selected past cultures.

For all the 244 degrees awarded in Archeology per year, the majority of them are Bachelors degree. Out of the 6 students earning degrees at the Associates degree level in the US, 67% percent identify as men and 33% percent identify as women. Though students at schools all over the country study Archeology, California has the most graduates. The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Archeology is $44,181.

Popularity of Archeology Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Archeology degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

The highest paying career for Archeology majors is Managers, All Other. However, another thing to consider is how many job openings there currently is. A career that is in high need that a degree in Archeology can prepare you for is Managers, All Other.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Archeology majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Archeology majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
6
Female Students
2 (33%)
Male Students
4 (66%)
White (4, 67%)
Asian (1, 17%)
Hispanic or Latino (1, 17%)
American Indian or Alaska Native (0, <1%)
Black or African American (0, <1%)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (0, <1%)
Two or more races (0, <1%)
U.S. Nonresident (0, <1%)
Race/ethnicity unknown (0, <1%)

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