by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 83 U.S. colleges awarded 797 degrees and certificates in Bilingual & Multilingual Education. Master’s degrees are the most popular award, at 88% of graduates. College Factual ranks 24 schools in its 2027 Best Bilingual & Multilingual Education Schools ranking and compares their cost in a Best Value ranking. Graduates earn a median $61,964 one year after completing, rising to $70,226 after four years.
A degree in Bilingual & Multilingual Education explores Bilingual And Multilingual Education. A Program That Focuses On The Design And Provision Of Teaching And Other Educational Services To Bilingual/bicultural Children Or Adults, And/or The Design And Implementation Of Educational Programs Having The Goal Of Producing Bilingual/bicultural Individuals. Includes Preparation To Serve As Teachers And Administrators In Bilingual/bicultural Education Programs.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings 2027. Data as of: July 2026.
Across the country, bilingual & multilingual education is a widely-pursued major, with 797 degrees awarded annually. 83 colleges award bilingual & multilingual education degrees, an average of 10 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 83.
By level, the 797 awards include 5 certificates, 83 bachelor’s degrees, 701 master’s degrees and 7 doctorates.
Women earned 86% of bilingual & multilingual education degrees and certificates in the latest year (689 of 797). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are Hispanic or Latino (450) and White (170), and international students earned 47.
College Factual ranks 24 schools in its 2027 Best Bilingual & Multilingual Education Schools ranking, including 3 for bachelor’s degrees and 14 for master’s degrees. It also ranks bilingual & multilingual education schools within 6 states. In all, 83 colleges offer bilingual & multilingual education programs; compare them by degree level below or in the Best Value Bilingual & Multilingual Education Colleges ranking, which weighs quality against cost.
The most common bilingual & multilingual education credential is the master’s degree: 701 of the 797 awarded in the latest year. Jobs related to bilingual & multilingual education call most for Speaking, Instructing and Learning Strategies, and for knowledge of Education and Training, English Language and Psychology, according to O*NET. The most important abilities are Oral Expression, Speech Clarity and Oral Comprehension.
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How long a bilingual & multilingual education degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate | Varies | 5 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 83 |
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 701 |
| Doctorate | At least 4 years | 7 |
Bachelor’s degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to bilingual & multilingual education, at 42.9%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | 42.9% |
| Doctoral degree | 23.5% |
| Master’s degree | 10.1% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 8.3% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 5.8% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 3.0% |
| Some college courses | 2.4% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 1.9% |
| Less than a high school diploma | 1.2% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 0.9% |
Source: O*NET Online.
8 occupations are related to Bilingual & Multilingual Education, with an average median salary of $80,521; the strongest outlook belongs to Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education, at 6.4% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Teacher, Educator, Montessori Teacher and Instructor.
The occupation related to bilingual & multilingual education with the most projected jobs is Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education, at 1,457,958.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education | 1,457,958 | 2.6% |
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | 1,441,246 | 2.4% |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | 1,154,676 | 1.9% |
| Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education | 1,058,186 | 6.4% |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | 692,039 | -1.4% |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | 571,954 | 1.8% |
| Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors | 217,050 | 0.9% |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | 84,106 | 4.9% |
Bilingual & Multilingual Education graduates earn a median $61,964 one year after completing their program, $70,226 after four years and $70,273 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $61,964 |
| 4 years | $70,226 |
| 5 years | $70,273 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The same occupation is also the highest-paying one related to bilingual & multilingual education, with a median salary of $99,352.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education | $99,352 |
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | $83,682 |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $83,105 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | $75,366 |
| Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education | $63,776 |
| Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors | $62,634 |
Bilingual & Multilingual Education has 3 similar majors in the Education field, which together award 1,068 degrees a year; the largest are Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education, Other (544), Multicultural Education (480) and Indian/Native American Education (44). Browse all Education majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education, Other | 544 |
| Multicultural Education | 480 |
| Indian/Native American Education | 44 |
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