American Sign Language

Bachelor's degree · Western Oregon University · Monmouth, OR

CIP 16.16

$31,576Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$48,295Median earnings 4 years after

$46,831Median earnings 5 years after

$23,500Median federal debt

30Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in American Sign Language at Western Oregon University earn a median of $31,576 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $45,044 four years after graduating (middle half: $30,539–$59,549). Median debt is $23,500, about 74% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do American Sign Language graduates from Western Oregon University make?

The median salary is $31,576 one year after graduation and $46,831 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.