English Language & Literature at Colgate University
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, consider the program at Colgate University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Colgate University is located in Hamilton, NY.
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Studying Online at Colgate University
Colgate University delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Colgate University
Those who finish Colgate 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 | $44,610 |
| 2 years | $36,848 |
| 3 years | $43,419 |
| 4 years | $49,657 |
| 5 years | $60,334 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, English Language & Literature graduates from Colgate University earn a median of $49,657, compared with $75,568 for all Colgate University graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Colgate University is $15,875.
Top-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at Colgate 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.