Degree in Foreign Languages Graduate Programs
Foreign language graduate programs are typically designed to meet the needs of students pursuing academic and other professional careers that necessitate intercultural language proficiency. Some foreign language degree programs might even offer students the option to undertake a multilingual course of study where the student might have the opportunity to study two or more languages. Many foreign language degree programs approach learning about a new language from an interdisciplinary focus where coursework may include; cultural studies, cinema, art, translation, linguistics and business. A graduate of a foreign language degree program works to develop a strong foundation of knowledge of the culture and literature of their chosen area of study. Individuals who earn a degree in foreign language might purse careers in fields such as teaching, international relations, international business, government, or research. Foreign language graduate programs may be offered in a number of specializations including:
- Finnish
- East Asian Languages and Literatures
- French and Romance Philology
- Modern languages
- Spanish
- Arabic Language and Literature
- German
- Japanese Literature
Coursework and graduation requirements in a foreign language degree program will likely vary according to the foreign language degree being pursued. Foreign language graduate programs are offered at all degree levels. Use GradSchools.com to search for foreign language masters degree programs, foreign language Ph.D. programs, and graduate certificate programs in foreign language.
State | Employment | Annual Mean Wage |
---|---|---|
California | 8,670 | $53,020 |
Texas | 4,850 | $51,000 |
Florida | 3,110 | $35,280 |
New York | 2,700 | $60,320 |
Arizona | 2,550 | $38,110 |
Metro Area | Annual Mean Salary | Employment |
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Austin-Round Rock, TX | $72,920 | 690 |
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $72,250 | 2,240 |
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA | $67,260 | 2,280 |
Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL | $66,820 | 50 |
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL | $65,710 | 390 |
FACT: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for interpreters and translators was $61,730 in May 2021.
Schools with Foreign Language Graduate Programs
GradSchools.com offers 84 Graduate Schools with Degree in Foreign Languages
Northwestern University School of Continuing Studies
Cornell University
Carnegie Mellon University
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Georgia Southern University
Brigham Young University
Syracuse University
Emory University
University of Illinois at Chicago
University of Pittsburgh
University of Montana
Duke University