Compare 5 Linguistics. programs in Colorado. Average earnings: $34,187.
The highest-earning Linguistics program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $23K earnings gap across 5 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Colorado State University-Fort Collins leads with Linguistics graduates earning $44,532—well above the statewide average of $34,187. Metropolitan State University of Denver follows at $41,102, proving that program quality varies independently of overall school reputation across Colorado's public institutions.
Highest program earnings: $44,532
Strong outcomes with 89.6% acceptance
12.5% payment burden | Manageable - payment 12-18% of discretionary
27.6% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $44,532 | 58 | $20,000 | Manageable | $36,000 | High | |
| #2 | $41,102 | 31 | $21,500 | Manageable | $13,743 | High | |
| #3 | $34,835 | 28 | $19,500 | Challenging | $46,340 | High | |
| #4 | $28,960 | 12 | $21,500 | High | $14,786 | High | |
| #5 | $21,508 | 7 | $20,470 | High | $22,566 | 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 →
