German Language and Literature Degree

The German Language and Literature college degree track is a field of study focused on the German language. Knowing that the German language is the native language for over 100 million people and is the third most widely taught foreign language in the United States, makes it a powerful international language force. Get more details below including other Maine colleges that offer german language and literature degrees.

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Bates College (Bates)

105 Eden Street, Bar Harbor, ME

Bates College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Lewiston, Maine, which is a predominantly urban area. Bates College has a yearly student enrollment of over 1,700.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Bates College offers:

• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• English Language And Literature
• History

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Admission to this school is considered highly competitive, with only 30 percent of applicants being admitted each year. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $47,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Bates College Bobcats participate in a number of athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, admission forms, programs, and much more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.bates.edu/.

Career Options for Graduates

Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach languages and literature courses in languages other than English. Includes teachers of American Sign Language (ASL). Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Interpreters and Translators

Description

Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, interpreters and translators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 28.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).