German Language and Literature Degree

The German Language and Literature college degree track is a field of study focused on the German language. Knowing that the German language is the native language for over 100 million people and is the third most widely taught foreign language in the United States, makes it a powerful international language force. Get more details below including other Massachusetts colleges that offer german language and literature degrees.

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Gordon College

Also known as Franklin Institute of Boston

41 Berkeley St, Boston, MA

Gordon College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Wenham, Massachusetts, which is a predominantly suburban area. The school maintains an Interdenominational affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Gordon College has a yearly student enrollment of approximately 1,600.

Students may choose from many areas of study, including:

• English Language And Literature
• Communications And Journalism
• Business And Marketing Studies
• History

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1554 to 1970 for the SAT exam and in a range of 22 to 28 on the ACT is common among students accepted to this school. This school admits around 40% of applicants. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 26% attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $34,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $6,200 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements.

The Gordon College Scots participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.gordon.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach languages and literature courses in languages other than English. Includes teachers of American Sign Language (ASL). Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Interpreters and Translators

Description

Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, interpreters and translators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 28.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).