by our College Data Analytics TeamIn 2020-2021, Italian studies was the 955th most popular major nationwide with 108 degrees awarded. This represents a 10.2% increase in Italian studies degrees awarded over the prior year's total of 97.
This year's Best Italian Studies Schools ranking compares 15 of them to identify the best overall programs in the country. Explore this or one of our many other custom Italian studies rankings further below.
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Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents has been highlighted as one of the most essential skills for careers related to Italian studies. Talking to others to convey information effectively and teaching others how to do something are all required skills for careers related to this major.
Italian studies 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. Once you obtain your degree, additional Italian studies certifications required to pursue a career in this field.
There are many different Italian studies degree levels. You can spend many years getting as high as a in Italian studies to something that takes less time like a . Different Italian studies degrees vary in how long they take.
| 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 doctor's degree is the most common level of education achieved by those in careers related to Italian studies, with approximately 60.5% of workers getting one. People currently working in careers related to Italian studies tend obtained the following education levels.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral Degree | 61.6% |
| Master’s Degree | 31.5% |
| Post-Doctoral Training | 4.0% |
| Post-Master’s Certificate | 3.3% |
| First Professional Degree | 1.1% |
Most workers in Italian studies have at least a doctor's degree. View the chart below to get an idea of what degree level most of those in Italian studies careers have.
The education level required is different depending on the Italian studies career you are seeking.
Want a job when you graduate with your Italian studies degree? Italian Studies careers are expected to grow 10.4% between 2016 and 2026.
The following options are some of the most in-demand careers related to Italian studies.
| Occupation Name | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors | 12,700 | 10.4% |
As you might expect, salaries for Italian studies graduates vary depending on the level of education that was acquired.
Salaries for Italian studies graduates can vary widely by the occupation you choose as well. The following table shows the top highest paying careers Italian studies grads often go into.
| Occupation Name | Median Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors | $85,450 |
With over 67 different Italian studies 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 Italian studies school rankings to help you with this.
Italian Studies is one of 30 different types of Area Studies programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| American U.S. Studies | 1,419 |
| Asian Studies | 925 |
| Area Studies, Other | 775 |
| Regional Studies (U.S., Canadian, Foreign) | 686 |
| Latin American Studies | 632 |
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