Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics at Kent State University at Kent
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (45 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent State University at Kent | — | $36,517 | — | — |
| Denison University | $42,992 | $42,411 | — | — |
| Miami University-Oxford | $39,220 | $45,099 | $20,702 | 0.53 |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus | $30,504 | — | $25,000 | 0.82 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $27,815 | $45,838 | $22,746 | 0.82 |
| Wright State University-Main Campus | $23,739 | $38,524 | $19,500 | 0.82 |
| National Median | $34,497 | — | $22,722 | 0.66 |
Other Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denison University Granville | $64,000 | $42,992 | — |
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $17,809 | $39,220 | $20,702 |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $13,570 | $30,504 | $25,000 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $12,859 | $27,815 | $22,746 |
| Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton | $11,188 | $23,739 | $19,500 |
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 Kent State University at Kent, approximately 27% 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.