Compare 16 Korean Language and Literature. programs in the West. Average earnings: $41,067.
The highest-earning Korean Language and Literature program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $55K earnings gap across 16 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University of California-Berkeley's Korean Language and Literature program leads with graduates earning $72,540, significantly above the $41,067 average. Brigham Young University follows at $60,008, demonstrating that strong outcomes aren't limited to elite institutions—program quality matters more than school prestige.
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. For families, BYU leads with an 8.1% family burden, proving that the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $72,540
Strong outcomes ($60,008) with 69% acceptance
3.6% payment burden | Excellent
8.1% family burden | Good
| 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 | Brigham Young UniversityPrivate | $60,008 | 30 | $11,069 | Excellent | $9,699 | Good |
| #3 | University Of Puget SoundPrivate | $53,511 | 15 | $25,000 | Good | $52,058 | High |
| #4 | $47,647 | 47 | $13,000 | Excellent | $25,733 | Challenging | |
| #5 | $46,478 | 21 | $18,000 | Good | $31,803 | High | |
| #6 | $46,064 | 30 | $19,500 | Good | $46,340 | High | |
| #7 | $44,926 | 71 | $18,500 | Good | $30,988 | High | |
| #8 | $42,261 | 48 | $14,000 | Good | $26,176 | High | |
| #9 | $41,409 | 33 | $15,371 | Good | $19,732 | High | |
| #10 | University Of OregonPublic | $39,303 | 52 | $20,139 | Manageable | $44,405 | High |
| #11 | $32,925 | 7 | $15,000 | Challenging | $22,665 | High | |
| #12 | $32,390 | 18 | $19,500 | High | $23,519 | High | |
| #13 | $29,685 | 43 | $14,615 | High | $24,883 | High | |
| #14 | $25,262 | 18 | $20,500 | High | $18,859 | High | |
| #15 | $25,194 | 7 | $14,289 | High | $15,177 | High | |
| #16 | $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.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
