American Sign Language at Bakersfield College
If you are interested in studying American Sign Language, take a look at what Bakersfield College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Bakersfield College is in Bakersfield, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 20 american sign language degrees were granted at Bakersfield College.
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Online & Distance Learning at Bakersfield College
Online coursework is an option at Bakersfield College. Of 30,746 students, 7,554 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,712 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of American Sign Language graduates at Bakersfield College, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, American Sign Language graduates at Bakersfield College are 85% women (17) and 15% men (3).
American Sign Language Associate’s Program at Bakersfield College
Of the 16 associate’s american sign language graduates at Bakersfield College, 94% were women (15) and 6% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of American Sign Language associate’s degree recipients at Bakersfield College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 69% of American Sign Language associate’s degree recipients at Bakersfield College, higher than the national average of 47%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific American Sign Language Concentrations at Bakersfield College
This American Sign Language program at Bakersfield College includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| American Sign Language (ASL) | 16 |
| Sign Language Interpretation | 4 |
Highest-Paying Careers for American Sign Language Graduates
Graduates of the American Sign Language program at Bakersfield College go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for American Sign Language majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $68,967 |
| 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
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