General English Literature at California State University-Chico
If you plan to study General English Literature, consider the program at California State University-Chico. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-Chico is in Chico, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 66 general english literature degrees were granted at California State University-Chico.
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Studying Online at California State University-Chico
Many students take online classes at California State University-Chico. Of 15,257 students, 2,599 (17%) studied exclusively online and 8,894 (58%) took at least some classes online.
General English Literature Rankings at California State University-Chico
These rankings give you a sense of how California State University-Chico’s General English Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #31 of 116 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #37 of 146 |
| Best Value | California | #95 of 116 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #106 of 146 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #194 of 678 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #242 of 675 |
Earnings for General English Literature Graduates from California State University-Chico
Graduates of California State University-Chico’s General English Literature program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $23,682 |
| 2 years | $18,771 |
| 3 years | $36,588 |
| 4 years | $43,104 |
| 5 years | $49,955 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, General English Literature graduates from California State University-Chico take home a median $43,104, compared with $57,793 for all California State University-Chico graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General English Literature graduates from California State University-Chico comes in at $15,950.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General English Literature graduates at California State University-Chico, by degree type.
Program-wide, General English Literature graduates at California State University-Chico are 73% women (48) and 27% men (18).
General English Literature Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Chico
Among the 57 bachelor’s general english literature degrees awarded at California State University-Chico, 74% were women (42) and 26% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 36 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 15 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of General English Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico, higher than the national average of 35%.*
General English Literature Master’s Program at California State University-Chico
Among the 9 master’s general english literature graduates at California State University-Chico, 67% were women (6) and 33% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature master’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of General English Literature master’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico, above the national average of 25%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General English Literature Concentrations at California State University-Chico
This General English Literature program at California State University-Chico offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| English | 66 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General English Literature Graduates
Graduates of the General English Literature program at California State University-Chico pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for General English Literature graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | $88,437 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
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.