Foreign Languages & Linguistics at Mercer University
If you plan to study Foreign Languages & Linguistics, you may want to check out the program at Mercer University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Mercer University is located in Macon, GA.
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Online Class Availability at Mercer University
Online coursework is an option at Mercer University. Of 9,196 students, 2,029 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,218 (13%) took at least some classes online.
Foreign Languages & Linguistics Rankings at Mercer University
Use these rankings to compare Mercer University’s Foreign Languages & Linguistics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #9 of 10 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #9 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #63 of 76 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #68 of 76 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #309 of 363 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #315 of 366 |
Earnings for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Graduates from Mercer University
Graduates of Mercer University’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 | $20,972 |
| 2 years | $28,019 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Foreign Languages & Linguistics graduates from Mercer University comes in at $26,049.
Top-Paying Careers for Foreign Languages & Linguistics Graduates
Students who finish Foreign Languages & Linguistics program at Mercer University go on to a range of careers. Below 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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