Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services

Bachelor's degree · James Madison University · Harrisonburg, VA

CIP 16.01

$45,122Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$62,366Median earnings 4 years after
$62,734Median earnings 5 years after
$18,879Median federal debt
34Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services at James Madison University earn a median of $45,122 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $49,984 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,888–$69,881). Median debt is $18,879, about 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Virginia Military Institute
Lexington
$43,923—
George Mason University
Fairfax
$40,105$19,500
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg
$37,389$22,500
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond
$30,635$21,627

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services graduates from James Madison University make?

The median salary is $45,122 one year after graduation and $62,734 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,879.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.