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Overview for Language Interpretation and Translation

A program that prepares individuals to be professional interpreters and/or translators of documents and data files, either from English or (Canadian) French into another language or languages or vice versa. Includes intensive instruction in one or more foreign languages plus instruction in subjects such as single- and multiple-language interpretation, one- or two-way interpretation, simultaneous interpretation, general and literary translation, business translation, technical translation, and other specific applications of linguistic skills.

Careers for Language Interpretation and Translation Majors

A major in Language Interpretation and Translation is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary - $53,400
Interpreters and Translators - $38,300

Colleges Offering a Major in Language Interpretation and Translation

Top 4 U.S. Colleges with the most degrees awarded of Language Interpretation and Translation among the 2006-2007 graduating class.

Add	Info	College Name	Degrees Awarded*/ Percentage	Selectivity	Cost*
		California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA	34 (0.6%)
		Brigham Young University Provo, UT	16 (0.2%)
		Mississippi College Clinton, MS	7 (1.3%)
		Salem State College Salem, MA	3 (0.3%)
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