English Language & Literature at Auburn University
If you plan to study English Language & Literature, take a look at what Auburn University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Auburn University sits in Auburn, AL.
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Studying Online at Auburn University
Distance learning is available at Auburn University. Of 34,145 students, 3,255 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,871 (32%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Auburn University
These rankings give you a sense of how Auburn University’s English Language & Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #3 of 11 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #9 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #37 of 157 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #126 of 156 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #236 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #557 of 779 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #3 of 11 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #9 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #37 of 157 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #126 of 156 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #236 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #557 of 779 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Auburn University
Students who complete Auburn University’s English Language & Literature program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,491 |
| 2 years | $32,925 |
| 3 years | $36,423 |
| 4 years | $43,708 |
| 5 years | $50,686 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, English Language & Literature graduates from Auburn University take home a median $43,708, compared with $71,277 for all Auburn University graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for English Language & Literature graduates from Auburn University comes in at $25,000.
Best-Paid Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at Auburn University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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