English Language & Literature at Baylor University
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, take a look at what Baylor University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Baylor University is in Waco, TX.
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Studying Online at Baylor University
Online coursework is an option at Baylor University. Among 20,626 students, 3,066 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,899 (24%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Baylor University
Use these rankings to compare Baylor University’s English Language & Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #7 of 65 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #7 of 46 |
| Best Value | Texas | #46 of 46 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #64 of 64 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #148 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #760 of 779 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #7 of 65 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #7 of 46 |
| Best Value | Texas | #46 of 46 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #64 of 64 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #148 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #760 of 779 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Baylor University
Those who finish Baylor University’s English Language & Literature program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,540 |
| 2 years | $32,633 |
| 3 years | $36,849 |
| 4 years | $39,034 |
| 5 years | $45,023 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, English Language & Literature graduates from Baylor University earn a median of $39,034, compared with $68,798 for all Baylor University graduates — about 43% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Baylor University is $19,000.
Best-Paid Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at Baylor University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.