English Language & Literature at Governors State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for English Language & Literature, take a look at what Governors State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Governors State University is in University Park, IL.
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Online Class Availability at Governors State University
Distance learning is available at Governors State University. Of 4,397 students, 1,705 (39%) studied exclusively online and 1,813 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Governors State University
Graduates of Governors State 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 |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $36,848 |
| 3 years | $39,828 |
| 4 years | $44,717 |
| 5 years | $47,928 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, English Language & Literature graduates from Governors State University take home a median $44,717, compared with $56,614 for all Governors State University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Governors State University comes in at $22,520.
Highest-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Those who complete English Language & Literature program at Governors State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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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