Foreign Languages & Linguistics at Illinois State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Foreign Languages & Linguistics, you may want to check out the program at Illinois State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Illinois State University is located in Normal, IL.
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Online Class Availability at Illinois State University
Distance learning is available at Illinois State University. Among 21,546 students, 1,302 (6%) studied exclusively online and 7,853 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Foreign Languages & Linguistics Rankings at Illinois State University
Rankings can help you compare Illinois State University’s Foreign Languages & Linguistics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #9 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #10 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #33 of 46 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #33 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #236 of 366 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #275 of 363 |
Earnings for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Graduates from Illinois State University
Graduates of Illinois 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 | $38,648 |
| 2 years | $36,992 |
| 3 years | $42,738 |
| 4 years | $46,915 |
| 5 years | $47,097 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Foreign Languages & Linguistics graduates from Illinois State University report median earnings of $46,915, compared with $58,604 for all Illinois State University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Foreign Languages & Linguistics graduates from Illinois State University is $22,375.
Highest-Paying Careers for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Graduates
Those who complete Foreign Languages & Linguistics program at Illinois State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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