English Language & Literature at Adelphi University
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, consider the program at Adelphi University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Adelphi University is in Garden City, NY.
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Studying Online at Adelphi University
Distance learning is available at Adelphi University. Of 7,603 students, 670 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,687 (35%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Adelphi University
These rankings give you a sense of how Adelphi University’s English Language & Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #45 of 65 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #46 of 66 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #102 of 147 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #105 of 148 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #440 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #646 of 779 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Adelphi University
Those who finish Adelphi University’s English Language & Literature program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $20,522 |
| 2 years | $28,598 |
| 4 years | $44,271 |
| 5 years | $48,524 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, English Language & Literature graduates from Adelphi University take home a median $44,271, compared with $72,786 for all Adelphi University graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Adelphi University comes in at $25,536.
Top-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Those who complete English Language & Literature program at Adelphi University work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying careers for English Language & Literature graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Editors | $100,346 |
| English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | $88,437 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $68,967 |
| Writers and Authors | $63,195 |
| Technical Writers | $52,099 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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