American Sign Language at Oakland Community College
serving 11,772 students in Auburn Hills, MI.
Program Analysis
Graduates earn $28,103/yr, roughly in line with the $29,286 national median for American Sign Language. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.
Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 48.7x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI American Sign Language programs nationally.
Some AI exposure exists in American Sign Language's career paths, with 44% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 0% gap from the optimistic case.
This program is one of 3 schools offering American Sign Language in our dataset — a specialized trade with limited comparison points.
Earnings Overview
Projected 10-Year Earnings
Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.
Top Career Paths
Top career paths for American Sign Language graduates by median salary.
| Career Path | Median Salary | Growth | AI-ProofAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary teachers, all other | $78,490 | +1.8% | 100% |
| Foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary | $77,010 | -0.2% | 47% |
| Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education | $64,580 | -1.6% | 67% |
American Sign Language Career Guide
From day-one roles to senior positions, American Sign Language careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering other programs.
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