Linguistics & Literature at Indiana University-Bloomington
What traits are you looking for in a school for Linguistics & Literature, take a look at what Indiana University-Bloomington. Get started with the following essential facts.
Indiana University-Bloomington sits in Bloomington, IN.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 39 linguistics & literature graduations were recorded at Indiana University-Bloomington.
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Online & Distance Learning at Indiana University-Bloomington
Online coursework is an option at Indiana University-Bloomington. Of 48,424 students, 3,249 (7%) studied exclusively online and 17,945 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Linguistics & Literature Rankings at Indiana University-Bloomington
These rankings give you a sense of how Indiana University-Bloomington’s Linguistics & Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #15 of 22 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #89 of 176 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #122 of 178 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #15 of 22 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #89 of 176 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #122 of 178 |
Earnings for Linguistics & Literature Graduates from Indiana University-Bloomington
Graduates of Indiana University-Bloomington’s Linguistics & Literature program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,413 |
| 2 years | $25,194 |
| 3 years | $27,601 |
| 4 years | $35,214 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Linguistics & Literature graduates from Indiana University-Bloomington take home a median $35,214, compared with $74,553 for all Indiana University-Bloomington graduates — about 53% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Linguistics & Literature graduates from Indiana University-Bloomington comes in at $18,635.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Linguistics & Literature graduates at Indiana University-Bloomington, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Linguistics & Literature graduates at Indiana University-Bloomington are 54% women (21) and 46% men (18).
Linguistics & Literature Bachelor’s Program at Indiana University-Bloomington
Among the 25 bachelor’s linguistics & literature degrees awarded at Indiana University-Bloomington, 64% were women (16) and 36% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Linguistics & Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at Indiana University-Bloomington.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 20% of Linguistics & Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at Indiana University-Bloomington, lower than the national average of 41%.*
Linguistics & Literature Master’s Program at Indiana University-Bloomington
Among the 7 master’s linguistics & literature degrees awarded at Indiana University-Bloomington, 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 Indiana University-Bloomington.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Linguistics & Literature Doctoral Program at Indiana University-Bloomington
Of the 7 doctoral linguistics & literature graduates at Indiana University-Bloomington, 14% were women (1) and 86% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Linguistics & Literature doctoral degree recipients at Indiana University-Bloomington.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
*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 Indiana University-Bloomington
The Linguistics & Literature program at Indiana University-Bloomington offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Linguistics | 32 |
| Comparative Literature | 5 |
| Other Linguistics & Literature | 2 |
Top-Paying Careers for Linguistics & Literature Graduates
Those who complete Linguistics & Literature program at Indiana University-Bloomington work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Linguistics & Literature majors, 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.