English Language & Literature at Central Michigan University
If you plan to study English Language & Literature, take a look at what Central Michigan University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Central Michigan University is located in Mount Pleasant, MI.
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Studying Online at Central Michigan University
Distance learning is available at Central Michigan University. Of 14,488 students, 3,356 (23%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,044 (35%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Central Michigan University
Rankings can help you compare Central Michigan University’s English Language & Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #3 of 14 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #7 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #35 of 93 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #39 of 93 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #307 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #329 of 779 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Central Michigan University
Those who finish Central Michigan 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 | $22,179 |
| 2 years | $22,851 |
| 3 years | $26,563 |
| 4 years | $33,888 |
| 5 years | $40,170 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, English Language & Literature graduates from Central Michigan University earn a median of $33,888, compared with $61,603 for all Central Michigan University graduates — about 45% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Central Michigan University stands at $27,500.
Best-Paid Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at Central Michigan University go on to a range of careers. 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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