Foreign Languages & Linguistics at College of Charleston
If you plan to study Foreign Languages & Linguistics, take a look at what College of Charleston. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
College of Charleston is located in Charleston, SC.
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Online & Distance Learning at College of Charleston
Online coursework is an option at College of Charleston. Among 11,926 students, 826 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,057 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Foreign Languages & Linguistics Rankings at College of Charleston
Use these rankings to compare College of Charleston’s Foreign Languages & Linguistics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #3 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #41 of 76 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #56 of 76 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #209 of 366 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #277 of 363 |
Earnings for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Graduates from College of Charleston
Those who finish College of Charleston’s Foreign Languages & Linguistics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $23,829 |
| 2 years | $26,548 |
| 3 years | $35,258 |
| 4 years | $45,715 |
| 5 years | $53,369 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Foreign Languages & Linguistics graduates from College of Charleston take home a median $45,715, compared with $49,595 for all College of Charleston graduates — about 8% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Foreign Languages & Linguistics graduates from College of Charleston is $26,370.
Highest-Paying Careers for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Graduates
Students who finish Foreign Languages & Linguistics program at College of Charleston pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Foreign Languages & Linguistics graduates, 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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