Foreign Languages & Linguistics at Boston University
If you are interested in studying Foreign Languages & Linguistics, consider the program at Boston University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Boston University is located in Boston, MA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Boston University
Online coursework is an option at Boston University. Of 37,737 students, 5,423 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,354 (4%) took at least some classes online.
Foreign Languages & Linguistics Rankings at Boston University
These rankings give you a sense of how Boston University’s Foreign Languages & Linguistics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #1 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #3 of 22 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #5 of 9 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #14 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #35 of 366 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #323 of 363 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #3 of 22 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #14 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #35 of 366 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #323 of 363 |
Earnings for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Graduates from Boston University
Those who finish Boston University’s Foreign Languages & Linguistics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,093 |
| 2 years | $32,473 |
| 4 years | $48,557 |
| 5 years | $51,359 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Foreign Languages & Linguistics graduates from Boston University take home a median $48,557, compared with $86,455 for all Boston University graduates — about 44% lower than the school-wide median.
Best-Paid Careers for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Graduates
Students who finish Foreign Languages & Linguistics program at Boston University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Foreign Languages & Linguistics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | $88,437 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $68,967 |
| Interpreters and Translators | $52,627 |
| Transportation Planners | $50,855 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $42,168 |
| Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | $39,815 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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