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Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools in Mississippi

24 Foreign Languages & Linguistics students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Foreign Languages & Linguistics is the 24th most popular major in the state out of a total 34 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Foreign Languages & Linguistics Majors in Mississippi

Foreign Languages & Linguistics majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 24

Gender Distribution

In Mississippi, a foreign languages and linguistics major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of foreign languages and linguistics majors in Mississippi is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.3%
  • White: 45.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 41.7%
  • Other Races: 4.2%
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Jobs for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Grads in Mississippi

9,760 people in the state and 1,421,940 in the nation are employed in jobs related to foreign languages and linguistics.

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Wages for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Jobs in Mississippi

In this state, foreign languages and linguistics grads earn an average of $57,250. Nationwide, they make an average of $76,990.

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There are 2 colleges in Mississippi that offer foreign languages and linguistics degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

#1

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,986 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.50 years.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
21,014 Total Students

87% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $38,763 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate of 6.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

Foreign Languages & Linguistics Careers in MS

Some of the careers foreign languages and linguistics majors go into include:

Job Title MS Job Growth MS Median Salary
Interpreters and Translators 11% $49,050
English Language and Literature Professors 10% $53,150
High School Teachers 8% $46,130
Foreign Language and Literature Professors 8% $56,520
Social Scientists 5% $69,390

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to foreign languages and linguistics.

Major Annual Graduates in MS
Visual & Performing Arts 88
English Language & Literature 57
Theology & Religious Vocations 21
Philosophy & Religious Studies 14
Liberal Arts & Humanities 8

View all majors related to Foreign Languages & Linguistics

View Nationwide Foreign Languages & Linguistics Report

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