Foreign Languages and Literatures Major

Description: A general program that focuses on one or more modern foreign languages that is not specific as to the name of the language(s) studied; that is otherwise undifferentiated; or that introduces students to language studies at the basic/elementary level. Is Foreign Languages and Literatures the right major for you?
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Foreign Languages and Literatures Major

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$55,990

Median Hourly Wage

$26.92*

Total Employed Nationally

1,053,140


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.