Compare 6 French Language and Literature. programs in Maryland. Average earnings: $43,368.
French Language and Literature programs produce graduates earning between $39,443 and $50,263—an $11K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 6 ranked programs in Maryland, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Mcdaniel College's French Language and Literature program leads with graduates earning $50,263, compared to the state average of $43,368. University of Maryland-College Park follows at $46,606 with a much larger cohort of 61 students. The data shows smaller liberal arts colleges can outperform flagship programs in specialized language fields.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Maryland-College Park graduates borrow $19,000 and face just a 10.8% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. Mcdaniel College leads earnings but carries higher debt with a 12.4% student burden, though still manageable for most graduates.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mcdaniel CollegePrivate | $50,263 | 11 | $25,000 | Manageable | $31,791 | High |
| #2 | $46,606 | 61 | $19,000 | Good | $35,200 | High | |
| #3 | Loyola University MarylandPrivate | $42,682 | 14 | $27,000 | Challenging | $50,344 | High |
| #4 | Washington CollegePrivate | $41,565 | 12 | $26,956 | Challenging | $54,726 | High |
| #5 | Salisbury UniversityPublic | $39,648 | 12 | $21,000 | Manageable | $33,815 | High |
| #6 | Goucher CollegePrivate | $39,443 | 19 | $26,000 | Challenging | $39,769 | High |
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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.
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