Alaska · Linguistic

Best Linguistic institutions in Alaska, 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
2
offering CIP 16.01
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
13
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
34%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Interpreters and Translators
$61,250
BLS OEWS 2024

2 institutions offering Linguistic in Alaska

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage Public
930%
2University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks Public
438%

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 Alaska

Jobs in Alaska
100
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$61,250
median $59,280
Best-paying metro
$60,160
Anchorage, AK

Related careers

Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other
$86,090 avg · 230 jobs
English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
$80,550 avg · 120 jobs
Interpreters and Translators
$61,250 avg · 100 jobs
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
$56,750

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Linguistic programs in Alaska.

How much do Interpreters and Translators earn in Alaska?+

The average annual wage for Interpreters and Translators in Alaska is $61,250 (median $59,280), across about 100 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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