Modern Languages at University of Memphis
If you plan to study Modern Languages, consider the program at University of Memphis. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Memphis is located in Memphis, TN.
During the most recent reporting year, 36 modern languages degrees were awarded at University of Memphis.
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Online Class Availability at University of Memphis
Many students take online classes at University of Memphis. Of 20,276 students, 5,051 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,430 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Modern Languages graduates at University of Memphis, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Modern Languages graduates at University of Memphis are 58% women (21) and 42% men (15).
Modern Languages Bachelor’s Program at University of Memphis
Of the 36 bachelor’s modern languages graduates at University of Memphis, 58% were women (21) and 42% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Modern Languages bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Memphis.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Modern Languages bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Memphis, above the national average of 41%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Modern Languages Graduates
Those who complete Modern Languages program at University of Memphis work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Modern Languages majors, 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.