Compare 11 French Language and Literature. programs in Indiana. Average earnings: $42,614.
The highest-earning French Language and Literature program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $36K earnings gap across 11 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University of Notre Dame's French Language and Literature program leads with graduates earning $65,050, well above the $42,614 average across Indiana programs. Butler University follows at $53,606, while Indiana University-Bloomington delivers $48,375—proving that program evaluation requires looking beyond school rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Notre Dame graduates borrow $19,000 and face just a 6.1% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making it both the highest-earning and most affordable option.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of Notre DamePrivate | $65,050 | 90 | $19,000 | Excellent | $40,731 | Challenging |
| #2 | Butler UniversityPrivate | $53,606 | 55 | $26,000 | Good | $52,434 | High |
| #3 | $48,375 | 82 | $19,509 | Good | $32,850 | High | |
| #4 | $44,042 | 14 | $20,105 | Manageable | $13,626 | Challenging | |
| #5 | Valparaiso UniversityPrivate | $43,856 | 21 | $26,942 | Manageable | $28,500 | High |
| #6 | Saint Mary's CollegePrivate | $42,153 | 10 | $27,000 | Challenging | $48,565 | High |
| #7 | Ball State UniversityPublic | $38,527 | 27 | $23,250 | Challenging | $20,800 | High |
| #8 | $36,383 | 21 | $20,000 | Challenging | $17,205 | High | |
| #9 | Depauw UniversityPrivate | $35,416 | 20 | $27,000 | High | $35,134 | High |
| #10 | $32,382 | 20 | $19,500 | High | $29,448 | High | |
| #11 | $28,960 | 7 | $21,355 | High | $12,486 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
