by our College Data Analytics TeamLatin Language & Literature was the 1,069 most popular major in the 2020-2021 school year. Colleges in the United States reported awarding 63 degrees in this year alone. This represents a 20.6% reduction in Latin degrees awarded over the prior year's total of 76.
Our 2023 Best Latin Language & Literature Schools ranking analyzes 13 of these schools to determine the best overall colleges for Latin language and literature students. Continue reading to check out one of our many unbiased rankings of Latin programs later in this article.
Talking to others to convey information effectively is a required skill for Latin majors. Required skills include giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times and understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Latin language and literature degree applicants generally need have finished high school or their GED. Many schools may also have GPA and SAT/ACT score minimums that must be met. Specific Latin careers may require a certain level of degree attainment or additional certifications beyond that.
There are many different Latin degree levels. You can spend many years getting as high as a in Latin language and literature to something that takes less time like a . How long it takes to complete some common Latin degree levels is shown below.
| Degree | Credit Requirements | Typical Program Length |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree | 60-70 credits | 2 years |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 120 credits | 4 years |
| Master’s Degree | 50-70 credits | 1-3 years |
| Doctorate | Program required coursework including thesis or dissertation | At least 4 years |
A bachelor's degree is the most common level of education achieved by those in careers related to Latin, with approximately 37.8% of workers getting one. Find out other typical degree levels for Latin workers below.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | 41.2% |
| Master’s Degree | 23.0% |
| Doctoral Degree | 21.5% |
| Post-Baccalaureate Certificate | 7.2% |
| Post-Master’s Certificate | 4.3% |
Most workers in Latin have at least a master's degree. See the chart below for the most common degree level workers in Latin language and literature have received.
The education level required is different depending on the Latin career you are seeking.
Want a job when you graduate with your Latin degree? Latin Language & Literature careers are expected to grow 8.3% between 2016 and 2026.
The following options are some of the most in-demand careers related to Latin language and literature.
| Occupation Name | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| High School Teachers | 1,095,500 | 7.5% |
| Interpreters and Translators | 80,300 | 17.7% |
| Foreign Language and Literature Professors | 39,100 | 11.7% |
As you might expect, salaries for Latin graduates vary depending on the level of education that was acquired.
Salaries for Latin language and literature graduates can vary widely by the occupation you choose as well. The following table shows the top highest paying careers Latin grads often go into.
| Occupation Name | Median Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Foreign Language and Literature Professors | $79,160 |
| High School Teachers | $64,340 |
| Interpreters and Translators | $55,230 |
With over 108 different Latin degree programs to choose from, finding the best fit for you can be a challenge. Fortunately you have come to the right place. We have analyzed all of these schools to come up with hundreds of unbiased Latin school rankings to help you with this.
One of 3 majors within the Classical Languages & Literature area of study, Latin Language & Literature has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Classics & Classical Languages, Literatures, & Linguistics | 1,267 |
| Classics & Classical Languages, Literatures, & Linguistics, Other | 68 |
| Ancient/Classical Greek Language & Literature | 30 |
