by our College Data Analytics TeamTeaching French as a Second or Foreign Language (CIP 13.1402) is part of the Education field of study, alongside 2 related programs, but no U.S. college reported teaching french as a second or foreign language graduates to IPEDS in the latest year. Graduates earn a median $61,547 one year after completing, rising to $66,575 after four years.
Studying Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language covers Teaching French As A Second Or Foreign Language. A Program That Focuses On The Principles And Practice Of Teaching French To Students Who Are Not Proficient In French Or Who Do Not Speak, Read, Or Write French, And Prepares Individuals To Serve As Teachers And Administrators.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings. Data as of: July 2026.
O*NET rates Instructing the most important skill for jobs related to teaching french as a second or foreign language, at 4.1 out of 5. The key knowledge areas are Education and Training, English Language and Psychology. The most important abilities are Oral Expression, Speech Clarity and Oral Comprehension.
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Bachelor’s degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to teaching french as a second or foreign language, at 57.9%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | 57.9% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 11.2% |
| Master’s degree | 10.3% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 7.8% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 4.1% |
| Some college courses | 3.2% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 2.6% |
| Less than a high school diploma | 1.7% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 1.2% |
Source: O*NET Online.
6 occupations are related to Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language, with an average median salary of $77,027; the strongest outlook belongs to Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education, at 6.4% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Teacher, Montessori Teacher, Art Teacher and Physical Fitness Teacher.
The occupation related to teaching french as a second or foreign language 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% |
| 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% |
Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language graduates earn a median $61,547 one year after completing their program, $66,575 after four years and $64,532 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $61,547 |
| 4 years | $66,575 |
| 5 years | $64,532 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The same occupation is also the highest-paying one related to teaching french as a second or foreign language, with a median salary of $99,352.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education | $99,352 |
| 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 |
Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language has 2 similar majors in the Education field, which together award 5,483 degrees a year; the largest are Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor (5,444) and Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language, Other (39). Browse all Education majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor | 5,444 |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language, Other | 39 |
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