Alabama · Linguistic

Best Linguistic institutions in Alabama, ranked by earnings

The Linguistic program, formally known as Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services, focuses on the scientific study of language. This program is ideal for students interested in understanding the complexities of…

Institutions
7
offering CIP 16.01
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
43
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$19,817
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
60%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Interpreters and Translators
$49,680
BLS OEWS 2024

7 institutions offering Linguistic in Alabama

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham Public
1864%
2The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa Public
1173%
3University of South Alabama
Mobile Public
653%
4University of Alabama in Huntsville
Huntsville Public
564%
5University of Mobile
Mobile Private not-for-profit
157%$19,817
6University of Montevallo
Montevallo Public
154%
7University of North Alabama
Florence Public
155%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Interpreters and Translators (SOC 27-3091).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+1.7%
Little or no change
Openings / yr (US)
~6,900
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$59,440
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

SpeakingActive ListeningReading ComprehensionWritingMonitoringCritical Thinking

What Interpreters and Translators earn in Alabama

Jobs in Alabama
360
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$49,680
median $45,760
Best-paying metro
$44,220
Birmingham, AL

Related careers

English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
$66,000 avg · 1,250 jobs
Interpreters and Translators
$49,680 avg · 360 jobs
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other
$103,540 avg · 320 jobs
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
$67,480 avg · 120 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Linguistic programs in Alabama.

How much do Interpreters and Translators earn in Alabama?+

The average annual wage for Interpreters and Translators in Alabama is $49,680 (median $45,760), across about 360 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Linguistic program?+

The Linguistic program, formally known as Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services, focuses on the scientific study of language. This program is ideal for students interested in understanding the complexities of…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop speaking, active listening, reading comprehension, writing, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Interpreters and Translators?+

The national job outlook is about +1.7% growth with around 6,900 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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