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Virginia's Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics programs show dramatic cost variation, with net prices spanning from $20,583 at Virginia Wesleyan to $27,759 at Randolph-Macon. The state's concentration of federal contractors like Booz Allen Hamilton creates demand for multilingual professionals who can navigate international defense partnerships with Germany and Austria. Public options William & Mary and UVA offer particularly strong value, with graduation rates of 91% and 95.3% respectively.
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Programs
$20,583 – $27,759
Net Price Range
78.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $20,583 $36,960 49.1% 81.4%
2 $22,529 $25,040 91.0% 33.5%
3 $22,881 $20,986 95.3% 18.7%
4 $23,911 $64,525 94.9% 17.0%
5 $24,668 $52,388 65.3% 39.8%
6 $27,759 $48,002 74.6% 85.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What accounts for the huge graduation rate differences between Virginia schools?

UVA leads with a 95.3% graduation rate while Virginia Wesleyan graduates 49.1% of students, reflecting different student preparation levels and institutional resources. The most selective programs like UVA (18.66% acceptance) and Washington & Lee (16.96% acceptance) naturally retain students at higher rates than open-access institutions.

How do private college costs compare after financial aid in Virginia?

Private schools range from $20,583 net cost at Virginia Wesleyan to $27,759 at Randolph-Macon, while public options UVA and William & Mary cost $22,881 and $22,529 respectively. Virginia's VTAG grant program helps reduce private college costs for eligible students by up to $4,000 annually.

Where do Germanic language graduates find work in Virginia's economy?

Defense contractors like Northrop Grumman and consulting firms such as Booz Allen Hamilton employ Germanic language specialists for NATO partnerships and European operations. The federal government presence in Northern Virginia also creates opportunities in diplomatic services and international trade positions requiring German proficiency.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.