Foreign Languages & Linguistics at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
If you plan to study Foreign Languages & Linguistics, take a look at what Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is in Carbondale, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Many students take online classes at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Of 11,790 students, 2,272 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,360 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Foreign Languages & Linguistics Rankings at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Rankings can help you compare Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s Foreign Languages & Linguistics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #7 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #12 of 12 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #28 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #45 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #248 of 363 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #347 of 366 |
Earnings for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Graduates of Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’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 | $23,997 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Foreign Languages & Linguistics graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale comes in at $24,500.
Top-Paying Careers for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Graduates
Students who finish Foreign Languages & Linguistics program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Foreign Languages & Linguistics 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 |
| 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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