Linguistics and Anthropology
A program that focuses on the study of the anthropological, historical, and sociological context of language with a particular emphasis on language use and its role in shaping cultural and social diversity. Includes instruction in applied linguistics, data management, field methods, language heritage, socialization, structure, linguistic analysis, linguistic theory, and multilingualism.
- Schools offering
- 2
- Annual completions
- 4
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- —
About this major
A program that focuses on the study of the anthropological, historical, and sociological context of language with a particular emphasis on language use and its role in shaping cultural and social diversity. Includes instruction in applied linguistics, data management, field methods, language heritage, socialization, structure, linguistic analysis, linguistic theory, and multilingualism.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Managers, all other | $137k | +4.5% | Bachelor's degree |
| English language and literature teachers, postsecondary | $78k | 0.0% | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Social scientists and related workers, all other | $100k | -1.7% | Bachelor's degree |
| Foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary | $77k | -0.2% | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Anthropologists and archeologists | $65k | +3.7% | Master's degree |
| Anthropology and archeology teachers, postsecondary | $96k | +2.7% | Doctoral or professional degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Earnings data is not yet available at this major's level of granularity. See the concentration hub for family-level figures.
Top colleges for Linguistics and Anthropology
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego State University | San Diego, CA | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Saint Louis University | Saint Louis, MO | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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