Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release). Some figures are estimates based on similar programs — see details below.
Where California State University-Northridge Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all linguistic, comparative, bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How California State University-Northridge graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Northridge | $21,501 | $40,462 | +88% |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $30,524 | $55,469 | +82% |
| University of California-Berkeley | $25,059 | $55,407 | +121% |
| University of California-Santa Barbara | $27,629 | $51,160 | +85% |
| University of California-San Diego | $19,809 | $44,631 | +125% |
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Linguistic, Comparative, bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (32 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 California State University-NorthridgeNorthridge | $7,095 | $21,501 | $40,462 | $15,000* | — |
 Ashford UniversitySan Diego | $13,160 | $37,853 | $39,808 | $43,603* | 1.15 |
 University of California-Los AngelesLos Angeles | $13,747 | $30,524 | $55,469 | $15,000* | 0.49 |
 University of California-Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara | $14,965 | $27,629 | $51,160 | $14,100* | 0.51 |
 University of California-BerkeleyBerkeley | $14,850 | $25,059 | $55,407 | $14,000* | 0.56 |
 California State University-San BernardinoSan Bernardino | $7,675 | $24,961 | — | $16,449* | 0.66 |
| National Median | — | $27,449 | — | $20,718* | 0.75 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with linguistic, comparative, graduates
English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Interpreters and Translators
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other
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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 California State University-Northridge, approximately 56% 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 18 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.