Norwegian Language and Literature
A program that focuses on the Norwegian language and related dialects. Includes instruction in philology; dialects; literature; and applications to business, science/technology, and other settings.
- Schools offering
- 4
- Annual completions
- 8
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $60k
About this major
A program that focuses on the Norwegian language and related dialects. Includes instruction in philology; dialects; literature; and applications to business, science/technology, and other settings.
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
$60k
Top colleges for Norwegian Language and Literature
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Olaf College | Northfield, MN | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| University of North Dakota | Grand Forks, ND | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | Seattle, WA | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Augsburg University | Minneapolis, MN | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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