English Language & Literature at East Tennessee State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for English Language & Literature, you may want to check out the program at East Tennessee State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
East Tennessee State University sits in Johnson City, TN.
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Studying Online at East Tennessee State University
Online coursework is an option at East Tennessee State University. Among 13,728 students, 2,762 (20%) studied exclusively online and 6,586 (48%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at East Tennessee State University
These rankings give you a sense of how East Tennessee State University’s English Language & Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #6 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #9 of 13 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #73 of 156 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #96 of 157 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #354 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #583 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from East Tennessee State University
Those who finish East Tennessee State 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 | $21,625 |
| 2 years | $23,381 |
| 3 years | $29,013 |
| 4 years | $32,565 |
| 5 years | $35,513 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, English Language & Literature graduates from East Tennessee State University report median earnings of $32,565, compared with $58,402 for all East Tennessee State University graduates — about 44% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for English Language & Literature graduates from East Tennessee State University is $16,598.
Top-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Those who complete English Language & Literature program at East Tennessee State University go on to a range of careers. Below are 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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