Foreign Languages & Linguistics at Grand Valley State University
If you are interested in studying Foreign Languages & Linguistics, take a look at what Grand Valley State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Grand Valley State University is located in Allendale, MI.
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Studying Online at Grand Valley State University
Many students take online classes at Grand Valley State University. Of 22,011 students, 1,443 (7%) studied exclusively online and 9,272 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Foreign Languages & Linguistics Rankings at Grand Valley State University
Rankings can help you compare Grand Valley State University’s Foreign Languages & Linguistics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #2 of 10 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #5 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #6 of 46 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #24 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #41 of 366 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #209 of 363 |
Earnings for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Graduates from Grand Valley State University
Students who complete Grand Valley State 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 | $32,711 |
| 2 years | $34,847 |
| 3 years | $36,712 |
| 4 years | $41,931 |
| 5 years | $49,685 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Foreign Languages & Linguistics graduates from Grand Valley State University report median earnings of $41,931, compared with $57,127 for all Grand Valley State University graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Foreign Languages & Linguistics graduates from Grand Valley State University is $28,740.
Highest-Paying Careers for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Graduates
Those who complete Foreign Languages & Linguistics program at Grand Valley State University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying 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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