Classical Languages & Literature at Amherst College
If you are interested in studying Classical Languages & Literature, consider the program at Amherst College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Amherst College sits in Amherst, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 6 classical languages & literature degrees were awarded at Amherst College.
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Online Class Availability at Amherst College
Amherst College primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Classical Languages & Literature graduates at Amherst College, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Classical Languages & Literature graduates at Amherst College are 67% women (4) and 33% men (2).
Classical Languages & Literature Bachelor’s Program at Amherst College
Among the 6 bachelor’s classical languages & literature degrees awarded at Amherst College, 67% were women (4) and 33% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Classical Languages & Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at Amherst College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 17% of Classical Languages & Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at Amherst College, below the national average of 21%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Classical Languages & Literature Concentrations at Amherst College
This Classical Languages & Literature program at Amherst College offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Classical Languages | 5 |
| Latin Language & Literature | 1 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Classical Languages & Literature Graduates
Graduates of the Classical Languages & Literature program at Amherst College work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Classical Languages & Literature graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Interpreters and Translators | $52,627 |
| 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.