English Language & Literature at Duquesne University
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, you may want to check out the program at Duquesne University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Duquesne University is located in Pittsburgh, PA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Duquesne University
Many students take online classes at Duquesne University. Of 8,234 students, 561 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,706 (33%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Duquesne University
Rankings can help you compare Duquesne University’s English Language & Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #21 of 42 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #36 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #81 of 148 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #128 of 147 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #302 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #715 of 779 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #21 of 42 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #36 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #81 of 148 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #128 of 147 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #302 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #715 of 779 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Duquesne University
Graduates of Duquesne University’s English Language & Literature program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,906 |
| 2 years | $39,648 |
| 3 years | $41,363 |
| 4 years | $43,186 |
| 5 years | $49,461 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, English Language & Literature graduates from Duquesne University report median earnings of $43,186, compared with $73,066 for all Duquesne University graduates — about 41% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Duquesne University stands at $26,098.
Highest-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at Duquesne University pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.