English Language & Literature at Brandeis University
What traits are you looking for in a school for English Language & Literature, you may want to check out the program at Brandeis University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Brandeis University is located in Waltham, MA.
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Online Class Availability at Brandeis University
Online coursework is an option at Brandeis University. Among 5,205 students, 401 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 833 (16%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Brandeis University
These rankings give you a sense of how Brandeis University’s English Language & Literature program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #12 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #23 of 71 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #31 of 36 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #58 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #159 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #707 of 779 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #12 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #23 of 71 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #31 of 36 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #58 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #159 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #707 of 779 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Brandeis University
Those who finish Brandeis 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 | $30,078 |
| 2 years | $38,056 |
| 3 years | $43,886 |
| 4 years | $45,290 |
| 5 years | $48,934 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, English Language & Literature graduates from Brandeis University take home a median $45,290, compared with $70,733 for all Brandeis University graduates — about 36% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for English Language & Literature graduates from Brandeis University is $26,000.
Top-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Those who complete English Language & Literature program at Brandeis University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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