Compare 8 Linguistics. programs in Virginia. Average earnings: $45,789.
Linguistics programs produce graduates earning between $37,208 and $52,582—a $15K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 8 ranked programs in Virginia, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
James Madison University's Linguistics program leads with graduates earning $52,582, followed closely by Virginia Tech at $51,652. The state average of $45,789 shows strong performance across programs, with regional publics dominating the field rather than relying on overall institutional prestige.
Highest program earnings: $52,582
Strong outcomes with 76% acceptance
9.2% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
27.3% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | James Madison UniversityPublic | $52,582 | 60 | $20,093 | Good | $37,285 | High |
| #2 | $51,652 | 75 | $21,500 | Good | $35,325 | High | |
| #3 | $48,679 | 14 | $25,000 | Manageable | $44,122 | High | |
| #4 | $48,049 | 24 | $20,500 | Good | $26,240 | High | |
| #5 | George Mason UniversityPublic | $46,560 | 32 | $19,500 | Good | $25,142 | High |
| #6 | $41,671 | 21 | $21,500 | Manageable | $23,585 | High | |
| #7 | $39,909 | 11 | $22,996 | Challenging | $36,278 | High | |
| #8 | Old Dominion UniversityPublic | $37,208 | 7 | $24,000 | Challenging | $18,866 | 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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