Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Bachelor's degree · Wellesley College · Wellesley, MA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics at Wellesley College earn a median of $36,776 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,000 four years after graduating (middle half: $38,411–$73,324). Median debt is $10,152, about 28% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics (Bachelor's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Bentley University Waltham | $66,917 | $26,887 |
| College of the Holy Cross Worcester | $52,210 | $26,975 |
| Amherst College Amherst | $49,322 | — |
| Tufts University Medford | $49,164 | $15,200 |
| Westfield State University Westfield | $40,405 | $27,000 |
| Williams College Williamstown | $37,968 | — |
| Smith College Northampton | $35,407 | $19,000 |
| Mount Holyoke College South Hadley | $26,013 | $23,828 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics graduates from Wellesley College make?
The median salary is $36,776 one year after graduation and $57,010 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $10,152.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.