English Language & Literature at Illinois State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for English Language & Literature, take a look at what Illinois State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Illinois State University is in Normal, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Illinois State University
Many students take online classes at Illinois State University. Among 21,546 students, 1,302 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,853 (36%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Illinois State University
Rankings can help you compare Illinois State University’s English Language & Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #5 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #16 of 93 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #16 of 27 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #51 of 93 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #122 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #418 of 779 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #5 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #16 of 93 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #16 of 27 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #51 of 93 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #122 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #418 of 779 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Illinois State University
Those who finish Illinois 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 |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $30,881 |
| 2 years | $33,840 |
| 3 years | $37,280 |
| 4 years | $43,761 |
| 5 years | $48,567 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, English Language & Literature graduates from Illinois State University take home a median $43,761, compared with $58,604 for all Illinois State University graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Illinois State University is $23,125.
Best-Paid Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at Illinois State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.