Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics at Amherst College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Amherst College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Amherst College graduates earn $49k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all romance languages, literatures, and linguistics bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (34 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst College | $49,322 | — | $21,414* | — |
| Bentley University | $66,917 | — | $26,887* | 0.40 |
| College of the Holy Cross | $52,210 | $64,858 | $26,975* | 0.52 |
| Tufts University | $49,164 | — | $14,935* | 0.30 |
| Westfield State University | $40,405 | — | $27,000* | 0.67 |
| Williams College | $37,968 | — | —* | — |
| National Median | $34,497 | — | $22,722* | 0.66 |
Other Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley University Waltham | $58,150 | $66,917 | $26,887 |
| College of the Holy Cross Worcester | $60,850 | $52,210 | $26,975 |
| Tufts University Medford | $67,844 | $49,164 | $14,935 |
| Westfield State University Westfield | $11,882 | $40,405 | $27,000 |
| Williams College Williamstown | $64,860 | $37,968 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Amherst College, approximately 22% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 21 graduates with reported earnings and 12 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.