Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics at College of Saint Benedict
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of Saint Benedict | — | $41,160 | — | — |
| Winona State University | $41,866 | $45,770 | $20,017 | 0.48 |
| Concordia College at Moorhead | $40,212 | $46,718 | $27,000 | 0.67 |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato | $37,845 | $57,770 | $20,865 | 0.55 |
| St Olaf College | $32,094 | — | $24,830 | 0.77 |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $31,622 | $47,719 | $21,000 | 0.66 |
| National Median | $34,497 | — | $22,722 | 0.66 |
Other Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winona State University Winona | $10,498 | $41,866 | $20,017 |
| Concordia College at Moorhead Moorhead | $30,020 | $40,212 | $27,000 |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato | $9,490 | $37,845 | $20,865 |
| St Olaf College Northfield | $56,970 | $32,094 | $24,830 |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $16,488 | $31,622 | $21,000 |
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 College of Saint Benedict, approximately 19% 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.