Compare 8 Korean Language and Literature. programs in California. Average earnings: $40,740.
Korean Language and Literature programs produce graduates earning between $17,464 and $72,540—a $55K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 8 ranked programs in California, outcomes vary dramatically based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
At the top, University of California-Berkeley produces Korean Language and Literature graduates earning $72,540—significantly above the $40,740 state average. UC Davis follows at $47,647, while USC's program delivers $46,478 despite its 10% admission rate and private status, proving outcomes don't always match selectivity.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UC Berkeley graduates borrow $13,000 and face just a 3.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. When parent loans are included, Berkeley maintains the best family value at 12.6% burden, while USC families face 31.3%—a significant difference in post-graduation financial stress.
Highest program earnings: $72,540
Strong outcomes with 96% acceptance
3.6% payment burden | Excellent
12.6% family burden | Manageable
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $72,540 | 22 | $13,000 | Excellent | $28,508 | Manageable | |
| #2 | $47,647 | 47 | $13,000 | Excellent | $25,733 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $46,478 | 21 | $18,000 | Good | $31,803 | High | |
| #4 | $42,261 | 48 | $14,000 | Good | $26,176 | High | |
| #5 | $41,409 | 33 | $15,371 | Good | $19,732 | High | |
| #6 | $32,925 | 7 | $15,000 | Challenging | $22,665 | High | |
| #7 | $25,194 | 7 | $14,289 | High | $15,177 | High | |
| #8 | $17,464 | 18 | $15,000 | High | $25,565 | 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.
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