General English Literature at CUNY Graduate School and University Center
If you plan to study General English Literature, you may want to check out the program at CUNY Graduate School and University Center. Get started with the following essential facts.
CUNY Graduate School and University Center is in New York, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 36 general english literature degrees were granted at CUNY Graduate School and University Center.
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Online & Distance Learning at CUNY Graduate School and University Center
Many students take online classes at CUNY Graduate School and University Center. Of 9,536 students, 5,255 (55%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 567 (6%) took at least some classes online.
General English Literature Rankings at CUNY Graduate School and University Center
Use these rankings to compare CUNY Graduate School and University Center’s General English Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #6 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #17 of 124 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #63 of 678 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #6 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #17 of 124 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #63 of 678 |
Earnings for General English Literature Graduates from CUNY Graduate School and University Center
Those who finish CUNY Graduate School and University Center’s General English 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 | $59,532 |
| 2 years | $64,990 |
| 3 years | $53,814 |
| 4 years | $70,094 |
| 5 years | $77,598 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General English Literature graduates from CUNY Graduate School and University Center report median earnings of $70,094, compared with $74,681 for all CUNY Graduate School and University Center graduates — about 6% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of General English Literature graduates at CUNY Graduate School and University Center, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General English Literature graduates at CUNY Graduate School and University Center are 53% women (19) and 47% men (17).
General English Literature Master’s Program at CUNY Graduate School and University Center
Of the 16 master’s general english literature graduates at CUNY Graduate School and University Center, 56% were women (9) and 44% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature master’s degree recipients at CUNY Graduate School and University Center.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of General English Literature master’s degree recipients at CUNY Graduate School and University Center, higher than the national average of 25%.*
General English Literature Doctoral Program at CUNY Graduate School and University Center
Among the 20 doctoral general english literature graduates at CUNY Graduate School and University Center, 50% were women (10) and 50% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature doctoral degree recipients at CUNY Graduate School and University Center.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of General English Literature doctoral degree recipients at CUNY Graduate School and University Center, above the national average of 20%.*
*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 CUNY Graduate School and University Center
The General English Literature program at CUNY Graduate School and University Center offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| English | 36 |
Best-Paid Careers for General English Literature Graduates
Students who finish General English Literature program at CUNY Graduate School and University Center go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for General English Literature majors, 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.