Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Bachelor's degree · University of Houston · Houston, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics at University of Houston earn a median of $43,144. 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 $18,375, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $57,858 | $19,730 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $46,860 | $14,000 |
| Sam Houston State University Huntsville | $40,562 | — |
| Texas State University San Marcos | $35,781 | $21,750 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $34,929 | $18,947 |
| Baylor University Waco | $34,649 | $26,228 |
| University of Houston-Downtown Houston | $34,003 | — |
| The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington | $30,505 | $15,634 |
| The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso | $30,291 | $23,778 |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg | $27,138 | $11,945 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $25,814 | $19,750 |
| University of North Texas Denton | $24,880 | $20,135 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics graduates from University of Houston make?
The median salary is $43,144 and $56,653 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,375.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.