Linguistics & Literature at University of Rhode Island
If you plan to study Linguistics & Literature, consider the program at University of Rhode Island. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Rhode Island is in Kingston, RI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 18 linguistics & literature degrees were awarded at University of Rhode Island.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Rhode Island
Online coursework is an option at University of Rhode Island. Among 17,210 students, 818 (5%) studied exclusively online and 5,946 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Linguistics & Literature Rankings at University of Rhode Island
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Rhode Island’s Linguistics & Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #5 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #8 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #47 of 178 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #132 of 176 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Linguistics & Literature graduates at University of Rhode Island, by degree type.
Program-wide, Linguistics & Literature graduates at University of Rhode Island are 44% women (8) and 56% men (10).
Linguistics & Literature Bachelor’s Program at University of Rhode Island
Of the 18 bachelor’s linguistics & literature graduates at University of Rhode Island, 44% were women (8) and 56% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Linguistics & Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Rhode Island.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 28% of Linguistics & Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Rhode Island, below the national average of 41%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Linguistics & Literature Concentrations at University of Rhode Island
The Linguistics & Literature program at University of Rhode Island offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Modern Languages | 18 |
Top-Paying Careers for Linguistics & Literature Graduates
Graduates of the Linguistics & Literature program at University of Rhode Island pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Linguistics & Literature 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 |
| 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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