English Language & Literature at Emory University
What traits are you looking for in a school for English Language & Literature, take a look at what Emory University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Emory University is in Atlanta, GA.
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Online Class Availability at Emory University
Distance learning is available at Emory University. Of 15,175 students, 925 (6%) studied exclusively online and 4,596 (30%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Emory University
Use these rankings to compare Emory University’s English Language & Literature program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #1 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 157 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #22 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #77 of 783 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #125 of 156 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #551 of 779 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #1 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 157 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #22 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #77 of 783 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #125 of 156 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #551 of 779 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Emory University
Graduates of Emory University’s English Language & Literature program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,899 |
| 2 years | $28,549 |
| 3 years | $34,409 |
| 4 years | $51,789 |
| 5 years | $59,325 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, English Language & Literature graduates from Emory University earn a median of $51,789, compared with $80,816 for all Emory University graduates — about 36% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for English Language & Literature graduates from Emory University is $21,000.
Top-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Those who complete English Language & Literature program at Emory University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
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