Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee

Linguistic, Comparative, bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (12 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Johnson University
Middle Tennessee State University$34,856$34,701$21,1870.61
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville$31,713$20,6120.65
University of Memphis$23,533$38,687$25,7501.09
National Median$27,449$20,7180.75

Other Linguistic, Comparative, Programs in Tennessee

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro
$9,506$34,856$21,187
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Knoxville
$13,484$31,713$20,612
University of Memphis
Memphis
$10,344$23,533$25,750

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 Johnson University, approximately 38% 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.