by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 1 U.S. colleges awarded 5 degrees and certificates in Linguistics and Anthropology. Its 13 related occupations pay an average median salary of $91,786 a year.
Studying Linguistics and Anthropology involves the study of A Program That Focuses On The Study Of The Anthropological, Historical, And Sociological Context Of Language With A Particular Emphasis On Language Use And Its Role In Shaping Cultural And Social Diversity. Includes Instruction In Applied Linguistics, Data Management, Field Methods, Language Heritage, Socialization, Structure, Linguistic Analysis, Linguistic Theory, And Multilingualism.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings. Data as of: July 2026.
Nationwide, linguistics and anthropology draws strong interest, with 5 degrees awarded annually. 1 colleges award linguistics and anthropology degrees, an average of 5 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 5.
All 5 of the awards are bachelor’s degrees, the only level colleges reported.
Women earned 80% of linguistics and anthropology degrees and certificates in the latest year (4 of 5). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are multiracial (2) and White (1).
O*NET rates Reading Comprehension the most important skill for jobs related to linguistics and anthropology, at 4.3 out of 5. The key knowledge areas are English Language, Education and Training and Administration and Management. The most important abilities are Oral Expression, Written Comprehension and Written Expression.
Top skills, rated 0–5:
Top knowledge areas, rated 0–5:
How long a linguistics and anthropology degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 5 |
Doctoral degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to linguistics and anthropology, at 41.4%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | 41.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 24.0% |
| Master’s degree | 19.5% |
| Less than a high school diploma | 3.5% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 3.5% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 2.6% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 1.7% |
| Some college courses | 1.3% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 1.1% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 1.0% |
| First professional degree | 0.4% |
| Post-doctoral training | 0.1% |
Source: O*NET Online.
13 occupations are related to Linguistics and Anthropology, with an average median salary of $91,786; the strongest outlook belongs to English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary, at 14.3% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Associate Professor, College Professor, University Faculty Member and Adjunct Instructor.
That occupation also has the most projected jobs of any related to linguistics and anthropology, at 1,273,615.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | 1,273,615 | 14.3% |
| Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | 629,317 | 7.3% |
| Managers, All Other | 468,025 | 6.2% |
| Compliance Managers | 310,203 | 13.0% |
| Loss Prevention Managers | 265,210 | 2.2% |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary | 262,916 | 6.6% |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | 206,415 | 9.9% |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | 128,884 | 5.2% |
The highest-paying occupation related to linguistics and anthropology is Wind Energy Development Managers, with a median salary of $169,952.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | $88,437 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
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