English Language & Literature at Appalachian State University
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, you may want to check out the program at Appalachian State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Appalachian State University is located in Boone, NC.
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Studying Online at Appalachian State University
Online coursework is an option at Appalachian State University. Of 21,570 students, 2,551 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,977 (46%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Appalachian State University
Rankings can help you compare Appalachian State University’s English Language & Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #10 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #11 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #66 of 157 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #75 of 156 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #353 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #416 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Appalachian State University
Students who complete Appalachian State 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 | $21,250 |
| 2 years | $22,887 |
| 3 years | $24,854 |
| 4 years | $30,183 |
| 5 years | $37,977 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, English Language & Literature graduates from Appalachian State University earn a median of $30,183, compared with $50,311 for all Appalachian State University graduates — about 40% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for English Language & Literature graduates from Appalachian State University stands at $21,430.
Highest-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Graduates of the English Language & Literature program at Appalachian State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for English Language & Literature majors, 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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