English Language & Literature at Eastern Michigan University
If you plan to study English Language & Literature, you may want to check out the program at Eastern Michigan University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Eastern Michigan University is located in Ypsilanti, MI.
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Studying Online at Eastern Michigan University
Many students take online classes at Eastern Michigan University. Of 12,631 students, 2,172 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,524 (44%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Eastern Michigan University
Rankings can help you compare Eastern Michigan University’s English Language & Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #9 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #11 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #53 of 93 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #84 of 93 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #437 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #720 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Eastern Michigan University
Those who finish Eastern Michigan 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 | $24,432 |
| 2 years | $26,391 |
| 3 years | $32,288 |
| 4 years | $36,339 |
| 5 years | $45,394 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, English Language & Literature graduates from Eastern Michigan University report median earnings of $36,339, compared with $54,680 for all Eastern Michigan University graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Eastern Michigan University is $31,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at Eastern Michigan University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-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
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