Language Interpretation and Translation
A program that prepares individuals to be professional interpreters and/or translators of documents and data files, either from English or (Canadian) French into another language or languages or vice versa. Includes intensive instruction in one or more foreign languages plus instruction in subjects such as single- and multiple-language interpretation, one- or two-way interpretation, simultaneous interpretation, general and literary translation, business translation, technical translation, and other specific applications of linguistic skills.
- Schools offering
- 36
- Annual completions
- 86
- Typical degree level
- Associate's + Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $51k
About this major
A program that prepares individuals to be professional interpreters and/or translators of documents and data files, either from English or (Canadian) French into another language or languages or vice versa. Includes intensive instruction in one or more foreign languages plus instruction in subjects such as single- and multiple-language interpretation, one- or two-way interpretation, simultaneous interpretation, general and literary translation, business translation, technical translation, and other specific applications of linguistic skills.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interpreters and translators | $59k | +1.7% | Bachelor's degree |
| Foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary | $77k | -0.2% | Doctoral or professional degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$51k
Associate's vs Bachelor's — early-career earnings
Associate's
$57k
Bachelor's
$51k
Top colleges for Language Interpretation and Translation
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Arlington | Arlington, TX | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| Moreno Valley College | Moreno Valley, CA | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| Santa Ana College | Santa Ana, CA | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| California State University-Long Beach | Long Beach, CA | 0 | 9 | 9 |
| Johnston Community College | Smithfield, NC | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Brigham Young University | Provo, UT | 0 | 6 | 6 |
| Houston City College | Houston, TX | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | Edinburg, TX | 0 | 5 | 5 |
| Community College of Aurora | Aurora, CO | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Portland Community College | Portland, OR | 4 | 0 | 4 |
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