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Linguistic & Comparative at University of Vermont

Burlington, VT · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $14,094/yr (-49% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (56% exposed)

Job Market Large (83,300 openings/yr)

ROI 4.9x earnings multiple (2.1x out-of-state)

Ranked #79 of 79 Linguistic & Comparative programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Linguistic & Comparative graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$350K	$367K	$369K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	4.6x	4.9x	4.9x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	2.0x	2.1x	2.1x
Probability of Field Employment	43%	38%	28%
DegreeOutlook Score	18	18	16

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$75,560

Out-of-state: $175,560 (2.1x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$83,440

-10% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$21,625

18.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

At $14,094 per year, Linguistic & Comparative graduates from University of Vermont earn below the $27,797 national average. Lower costs or geographic factors may offset the earnings gap.

The 4.9x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.

AI risk is moderate — 56% task exposure — and the -5% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $21,625 debt load exceeds a year of the $14,094 starting salary, suggesting a multi-year repayment window before graduates break even financially.

At #79 out of 79 programs, University of Vermont's financial outcomes for Linguistic & Comparative trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

About University of Vermont

University of Vermont accepts 60% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, enrolling 11,614 students in Burlington, VT.

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Top Career Paths

Social scientists and related workers, all other $100,340/yr

English language and literature teachers, postsecondary $78,270/yr

Foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary $77,010/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does University of Vermont's Linguistic & Comparative program score?

This program scores 18/100 — on the lower end for Linguistic & Comparative. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

Do University of Vermont Linguistic & Comparative graduates earn enough to justify the loans?

The debt-to-income ratio of 1.5x suggests an extended repayment window. Whether it's 'worth it' depends on career trajectory, not just first-year pay.

How vulnerable is Linguistic & Comparative to AI automation?

AI won't 'replace' Linguistic & Comparative careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 56% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.

Why are Linguistic & Comparative earnings lower at University of Vermont?

Lower starting pay at University of Vermont may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →