Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics at Williams College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Williams College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Williams College graduates earn $38k, placing them in the 67th percentile of all romance languages, literatures, and linguistics bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (34 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Williams College | $37,968 | — | $21,414* | — |
| Bentley University | $66,917 | — | $26,887* | 0.40 |
| College of the Holy Cross | $52,210 | $64,858 | $26,975* | 0.52 |
| Amherst College | $49,322 | — | —* | — |
| Tufts University | $49,164 | — | $14,935* | 0.30 |
| Westfield State University | $40,405 | — | $27,000* | 0.67 |
| National Median | $34,497 | — | $22,722* | 0.66 |
Other Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley University Waltham | $58,150 | $66,917 | $26,887 |
| College of the Holy Cross Worcester | $60,850 | $52,210 | $26,975 |
| Amherst College Amherst | $67,280 | $49,322 | — |
| Tufts University Medford | $67,844 | $49,164 | $14,935 |
| Westfield State University Westfield | $11,882 | $40,405 | $27,000 |
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 Williams College, approximately 17% 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.