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Linguistic, Comparative, certificate's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Laney CollegeOakland | $1,148 | — | — | — | — |
 American UniversityWashington | $56,543 | $52,493 | — | $24,250 | 0.46 |
 University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh CampusPittsburgh | $21,524 | $36,557 | $57,403 | $25,154 | 0.69 |
 Durham Technical Community CollegeDurham | $1,986 | $26,246 | — | — | — |
 University of North Carolina at CharlotteCharlotte | $7,214 | $25,630 | — | $19,500 | 0.76 |
| National Median | — | $31,402 | — | $24,702 | 0.79 |
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
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 Laney College, approximately 16% 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.