East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics at San Diego State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How San Diego State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
San Diego State University graduates earn $17k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all east asian languages, literatures, and linguistics bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (24 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego State University | $17,464 | — | — | — |
| University of California-Davis | $28,997 | $47,647 | $15,375 | 0.53 |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $23,980 | $42,261 | $13,900 | 0.58 |
| San Francisco State University | $19,861 | $41,409 | $14,108 | 0.71 |
| National Median | $27,331 | — | $20,685 | 0.76 |
Other East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Davis Davis | $15,247 | $28,997 | $15,375 |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $23,980 | $13,900 |
| San Francisco State University San Francisco | $7,424 | $19,861 | $14,108 |
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 San Diego State University, approximately 31% 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.