If I get a college degree majoring in a foreign language, will this qualify me for higher paying jobs than if?

Question

I had no college degree

Answer 1

It can in a very narrow field. Also depends on which language and how well you speak the language of the people you are seeking employment from.

Answer 2

Yes, in theory, however:

(1) It counts on the language. Russian is a wonderful language to have under your belt, but if there isn't a great need for the second language you have in your area, it might mean absolutely nothing.

(2) It has to be more than a piece of paper. This is speaking as someone with a degree in Spanish, and my spoken Spanish is terrible. I don't even advertise my degree, because the assumption is degree=high proficiency. That might end up screwing you.

(3) It counts on the field. Just because you have a foreign language degree won't command a higher salary. If your field is, say, information technology, having a degree in language might mean nothing, or everything.

The bottom line is this: (a) it's much better to have a degree (in anything) than no degree at all, and (b) a foreign language degree NEVER hurts. How much it will help, however, is up to you.

Good luck.

SD

Answer 3

Yes. There are a lot of jobs where the only requirement is a college degree.

You can enhance your earning potential by taking a few more practical classes along with your language classes. I'd suggest taking a few business classes and international relations classes. Your other alternative is to take some Education classes so you could teach.

Answer 4

Overall, YES! only if you get the right job though. Look for jobs that want people who are bilingual or something with foreign languages like ambassadors.

Answer 5

Yes it will