Linguistics & Literature at California State University-Northridge
What traits are you looking for in a school for Linguistics & Literature, you may want to check out the program at California State University-Northridge. Get started with the following essential facts.
California State University-Northridge is located in Northridge, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 33 linguistics & literature graduations were recorded at California State University-Northridge.
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Online Class Availability at California State University-Northridge
Distance learning is available at California State University-Northridge. Of 38,313 students, 2,866 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 19,186 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Linguistics & Literature Rankings at California State University-Northridge
Rankings can help you compare California State University-Northridge’s Linguistics & Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #10 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #11 of 31 |
| Best Value | California | #11 of 25 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #11 of 30 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #24 of 176 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #102 of 178 |
Earnings for Linguistics & Literature Graduates from California State University-Northridge
Students who complete California State University-Northridge’s Linguistics & Literature program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $18,432 |
| 2 years | $27,669 |
| 4 years | $40,462 |
| 5 years | $51,950 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Linguistics & Literature graduates from California State University-Northridge take home a median $40,462, compared with $62,574 for all California State University-Northridge graduates — about 35% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Linguistics & Literature graduates at California State University-Northridge, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Linguistics & Literature graduates at California State University-Northridge are 48% women (16) and 52% men (17).
Linguistics & Literature Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Among the 26 bachelor’s linguistics & literature degrees awarded at California State University-Northridge, 46% were women (12) and 54% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Linguistics & Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 11 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 65% of Linguistics & Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, higher than the national average of 41%.*
Linguistics & Literature Master’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Among the 7 master’s linguistics & literature degrees awarded at California State University-Northridge, 57% were women (4) and 43% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Linguistics & Literature master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 43% of Linguistics & Literature master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, higher than the national average of 25%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Linguistics & Literature Concentrations at California State University-Northridge
This Linguistics & Literature program at California State University-Northridge breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Modern Languages | 5 |
| Linguistics | 28 |
Top-Paying Careers for Linguistics & Literature Graduates
Graduates of the Linguistics & Literature program at California State University-Northridge pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Linguistics & Literature 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 |
| 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.