French, B.A.

What Can You Do With This Major?

We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in French, B.A. go on to work in these industries among others.

Healthcare

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Regulatory Affairs Advisor $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Research and Development Engineer $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Emergency Room Nurse $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Physician Assistant $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist $ 40,000 - $ 49,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Neonatal Nurse Practictioner $ 100,000 - $ 109,000
Pharmacist $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Physician Assistant $ 80,000 - $ 89,000
Clinical Account Specialist $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Speech Language Pathologist $ 60,000 - $ 69,000

Manufacturing and Biotechnology

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Software Engineer $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Process Engineer $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Structural Engineering Associate $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Commercial Specialist $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Analytical Development Scientist $ 50,000 - $ 59,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Mobile Development Manager $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Supply Chain Associate Director $ 150,000 +
Regulatory Affairs Associate $ 80,000 - $ 89,000
Project Manager $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Transistion Leader $ 60,000 - $ 69,000

Government and Nonprofit

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Eligibility Technician $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Diplomat $ 20,000 - $ 29,000
Policy Associate $ 20,000 - $ 29,000
Scheduler $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Lead Teacher $ 30,000 - $ 39,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
IT Project Specialist $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Club Manager $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Project Manager $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Director of Public Utilities $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Civil Engineer $ 50,000 - $ 59,000

Where Can You Find URI Graduates?

Many alumni who majored in French, B.A. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.

Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students

Harvard University School of Law    |    Ohio State University    |    University of Gent    |    University of Rhode Island    |    Rutgers Graduate School of Education    |    University of South Carolina,The Moore School of Business    |    University of Wisconsin-Madison    |    Rhode Island College    |    University of Washington    |    Middlebury College

Top Employers Hiring Our Grads

General Dynamics Electric Boat    |    Amazon    |    Amgen    |    CVS Health    |    Journeys for Women    |    Justice Resource Institute    |    Meditech    |    Providence School Department    |    Teva Pharmaceuticals    |    Vertex Pharmaceuticals    |    American Cancer Society    |    Argonne National Laboratory    |    Bridgeport Public Library    |    Brigham and Women's Hospital    |    Delta Air Lines    |    Federal Emergency Management Agency    |     Bloomberg    |     Netflix,Inc.    |    Macy's Inc.    |    Big Fish Communications

What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?

Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.

Career Readiness for All Majors:

  • Critical thinking
  • Oral and written communication
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Digital technology
  • Professionalism
  • Career and self development
  • Equity and inclusion

French, B.A. Skills:

These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.

  1. Research
  2. French Language
  3. Management
  4. Public Speaking
  5. Sales

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