Compare 7 French Language and Literature. programs in New Jersey. Average earnings: $45,333.
The highest-earning French Language and Literature program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $16K earnings gap across 7 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
New Jersey City University's French Language and Literature program leads with graduates earning $53,122—well above the $45,333 average across all programs. Drew University follows at $47,695, while William Paterson University rounds out the top three at $47,605, proving that program quality varies independently of school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. New Jersey City University graduates borrow $18,500 and face just an 8.3% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, achieving a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.35.
Highest program earnings: $53,122
Strong outcomes with 89% acceptance
8.3% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
15.5% family burden | Manageable - payment 12-18% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $53,122 | 14 | $18,500 | Good | $13,884 | Manageable | |
| #2 | Drew UniversityPrivate | $47,695 | 5 | $25,288 | Manageable | $30,994 | High |
| #3 | $47,605 | 13 | $22,334 | Manageable | $20,000 | Challenging | |
| #4 | Kean UniversityPublic | $46,175 | 19 | $23,250 | Manageable | $22,000 | High |
| #5 | $43,389 | 16 | $21,500 | Manageable | $25,294 | High | |
| #6 | Rowan UniversityPublic | $42,495 | 13 | $20,500 | Manageable | $27,445 | High |
| #7 | $36,852 | 31 | $22,000 | Challenging | $24,693 | 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 →
