Japanese Language and Literature at Irvine Valley College in Irvine, CA

Foreign Languages & Linguistics Associate's CIP 16.0302

Total Graduates

18

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

72%

13 of 18

Female Graduates

28%

5 of 18

Annual Tuition

$1,104

In-state rate

Program Popularity

#1
of 25 colleges nationally
96%
Produces more graduates than 96% of colleges offering this program
162
Total national graduates (Associate's)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Japanese Language and Literature.
Degree Level Associate's
CIP Code 16.0302
Program Family Foreign Languages & Linguistics

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 18 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 72% male, 28% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education

Primary Occupation
$64,580
Median Annual Salary
$47,330 $104,670
10th percentile 90th percentile
1,072,540 employed nationally -1.6% projected growth

Related Occupations

Interpreters and translators +1.7%
$59,440
Foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary -0.2%
$77,010

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$77,010

10-Year Job Growth

-0.2%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$61,608-0.2%
75%
primary100% confidence
$47,552+1.7%
75%
primary100% confidence
$51,664-1.6%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$57,758

Peak Salary

$96,263

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Speaking
Learning Strategies
Writing
Reading Comprehension
Instructing
Active Listening
Active Learning
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Judgment and Decision Making

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

S
Social
A
Artistic
C
Conventional

helping and working with people; creative expression and innovation; organizing, systematizing, and working with data

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Helping others
  • Teaching
  • Creative design
  • Artistic expression
  • Organization
  • Data management

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Empathetic
Patient
Creative
Imaginative
Organized
Detail-oriented

💡 Interests

Helping others
Teaching
Creative design
Artistic expression
Organization
Data management

Work Values

Speaking
Learning Strategies
Active Listening
Instructing
Helping others
Creativity

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy helping and working with people; creative expression and innovation; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?

2

Do you value speaking?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Creative individuals who value originality
  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
  • Those who prefer working independently
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
💭

Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location Irvine, CA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $1,104
Out-of-State Tuition $10,944
Average Net Price $5,189

Program Information

CIP Code: 16.0302
CIP Family: 16
IPEDS ID:
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